1 June 2020

Dear Parents

Change and loss are issues that affect all of us at some stage in our lives. At St Kevin’s Catholic Primary School we recognise that when changes occur in families through death, separation, divorce or related circumstances, young people may benefit from learning how to manage these changes effectively. We are therefore offering a very successful education program called Seasons for Growth.

This program is facilitated in small groups and is based on research that highlights the importance of social support and the need to practise new skills to cope effectively with change and loss. The program focuses on issues such as self-esteem, managing feelings, problem-solving, decision-making, effective communication and support networks. Seasons for Growth runs for eight weeks and each weekly session is 40-45 minutes.

The program concludes with a ‘Celebration’ session. Later in the year each group will have the opportunity to meet for a follow-up session to build on their earlier learning. Seasons for Growth will commence in Term 3 and will be co-ordinated by Phil Taylor who has received special training in the implementation of this program.

If you think your son or daughter would benefit from Seasons for Growth I encourage you to talk to him or her first about this. If you would like your child to participate please fill in the tear-off Expression of Interest section below and return to the school by 9 June 2020. The attachments to this letter will help you gain an insight into the structure and usefulness of the program. St Kevin’s is pleased to be able to offer this important program and we are confident that it will be a valuable learning experience for those involved.

Phil Taylor

Seasons for Growth School Co-ordinator

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Expression of Interest in Seasons for Growth. (Please return by 9 June 2020)

I am interested in my child _____________________________ participating in the Seasons for Growth Program. I have discussed with this with my child.

Parent’s Name ___________________________________________

Signature _______________________________________________