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Kids and Sport: Playing through the pandemic
The latest RCH National Child Health Poll found that half of Australian children have participated in less sport since the pandemic, with one in three doing a lot less or no sport.
Best of the Web: 4 character strengths that help kids learn, and more
How character traits have a profound influence on learning, why grandmothers are so connected to their grandkids, and busting parenting myths by trying to be like Bluey's Dad.
Best of the Web: The Class of 2021: Giving it their best, and more
How our Year 12 students made it through, a different view on the impact of social media on teens, and the Secret Santa grandparents who helped struggling families.
Talking to kids about Cleo Smith
The news has been dominated by the disappearance and rescue of Cleo Smith. Here are some resources to help talk to your children about what's happened.
Best of the Web: How to win back your kids, and more
The best-selling guide to reconnecting with your children, the concerning impact of kids missing PE during lockdown, and the teenage 'pianola man' bringing joy.
Keeping our kids safe: Day for Daniel
Day for Daniel honours the memory of young Daniel Morcombe, abducted and tragically murdered in 2003. The Daniel Morcombe Foundation tells us about its work promoting child safety, and how parents can get involved.
Governor’s message of support for our VCE students and teachers
Victoria’s Governor, Her Excellency The Honourable Linda Dessau, pays tribute to our VCE students, their teachers and families in a special video message.
Back to the classroom: Ideas to help kids adjust after lockdown
Some students might need extra support returning to the classroom after lockdown. Penny Van Bergen and Erin Mackenzie offer five tips for parents to help their children adjust.
Best of the Web: Tips for parenting teens on screens, and more
Useful ideas to mange your teen's screen time, Lego removing gender stereotypes, and expert advice to help maintain children's mental health.