Secondary teachers & leaders
Parentshop offers secondary school professional learning opportunities to school leaders, department and headteachers and administrative staff. All our courses are flexible to be delivered face to face, via interactive webinar or in-house at your school. Our training provides: - __A safe and consistent learning environment__ - Students experience a predictable and effective response to anxious or behavioural issues by all adults across the school community. - __Less crowd control, more learning__ - Teachers can focus on teaching, students on learning, school leaders on developing a quality learning environment and parents can enjoy family time again. - __Less stress, more confidence__ - A common understanding reduces conflict between school leaders, parents and staff, supporting better relationships and mental health for all. Browse our upcoming courses below.
anxiety
resilience
fears
Taming fears – a parent’s guide to helping kids overcome anxious feelings.
By Michael Hawton•July 9, 2021
Watching a child react to a specific and persistent fear can be distressing for parents. We want to help our kids get the most out of life and live confidently and without fear. As parents, we can learn ways to help our children overcome their fears and manage their anxiety.
Anxiety
Behaviour
Children
Let’s not make this school year one in which we add to children's anxious behaviour.
By Michael Hawton•January 18, 2021
A lot of people are experiencing an incredibly troubling time now in Victoria – more than ever before in their lives. Clearly life has changed, sadness and distress are now major emotions being experienced by families and children. It’s not just that people’s livelihoods are being affected but also their dreams are under threat. It is important to remember that kids rely on us to keep things calm and to keep things in perspective. When you are reflecting on the effects of the pandemic with your children try and stick with the facts in your assessment of things.
anxiety
parenting
resilience
Being the coach – Tips for setting yourself aside to help your child in distressing situations
By Michael Hawton•February 17, 2021
Being a parent is incredibly rewarding, but let’s face facts, sometimes it can be really hard. Our heartstrings are often torn when we see our child experiencing a particularly stressful or upsetting situation. Help your child overcome childhood anxiety by learning to coach them in distressing situations.