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Logging on to Relaxation
Gamifying wellbeing is part of a new program that's helping students to de-stress and maintain focus, writes Professor Dianne Vella-Brodrick, University of Melbourne.

Students go green by lobbying principal to ban plastic straws
Plastic straws are now banned at the Strathcona Baptist Girls Grammar School canteen, thanks to the efforts of a group of primary students. Find out more in the latest of our Community Connections posts.

Best of the Web: Dads Breaking Down Gender Stereotypes, Hard Work doesn’t Always Pay Off, and Navigating Parent-Teacher Interviews, and more
Our selection of thought-provoking and useful articles from around the web on educating and raising children.

School bags full of hope
Students from Al Siraat College are helping poor and disadvantaged children overseas. Read about their work in the latest of our Community Connections posts.

Tracky Dack Day: a Fashion Statement to Support Sick Kids
Students can turn a casual clothes day into Tracky Dack Day, and make a real difference to the lives of sick kids and their families.

Best of the Web: Screen Time has Little Impact on Teens, and more
What's the real impact of screen time on teens, teaching kids critical thinking, and anti-bullying programs that harm.

Talking about Respect
A new resource for parents, carers and educators aims to instil and nurture respect in our children. Eileen Berry explains.

Best of the Web: Mental Health Concerns over VCE, and more
The impact of VCE pressure on mental health, treating parents for a child's anxiety, and teaching kids to cross the road safely.

Why our Girls are Under So Much Pressure – and How We Can Help
Clinical psychologist Dr Lisa Damour says there is a great deal parents can do to help their daughters navigate life's rough waters. We talk to the New York Times best selling author about her new book.