The Mental Health in Primary Schools is an initiative based on research that has been
funded by the Victorian Government.  Our Mental Health in Primary Schools Leader is Jodie
Mengler. Jodie’s role is to build the capacity and confidence of educators to better identify
and support students with mental health concerns. 

This includes:

• Promoting a whole-school approach to the wellbeing of students, staff, and families
• Implementing effective strategies aligned to social and emotional learning in the curriculum
• Implementing whole school approaches to health, wellbeing, teaching and learning
  initiatives
• Developing clear referral pathways within Lockwood PS and externally with
  community services for students requiring extra intervention
• Improving school connections with local health service providers.
  The Department recognises that good mental health in children is fundamental to their
  development. They recognise that schools are the ideal platform for promoting good mental
  health, identifying early signs of mental health concerns, and supporting referrals where
  necessary.

Part of the Mental Health in Primary Schools role will be coordinating mental health support
for students by working with regional staff, school wellbeing and leadership teams, teachers,
parents/carers, and external agencies. 

Articles supporting a whole school approach to mental health will be published regularly in
the newsletter. 

As a school, we are committed to and invested in the development of the whole child to
ensure health, happiness, and success.