Mental Health Week: Connecting through movement, music and community
15.10.26
Christ Church Grammar School is marking Mental Health Week from Tuesday 13 to Friday 16 October, with activities encouraging students, staff and parents to connect, be active and look after their mental wellbeing.
This year’s Western Australian Mental Health Week theme, Taking control in the face of change, highlights the importance of positive wellbeing habits, strong relationships and recognising what we can influence when navigating life’s challenges.
Coordinated by the Centre for Health and Wellbeing, the week has brought the School community together through a range of activities promoting connection, participation and positive mental health.
On Tuesday, Year 7 and 8 students put their football skills to the test in an AFL kicking competition, with plenty of enthusiasm, friendly rivalry and prizes for successful kicks.
Wednesday’s lunchtime Ice Bath Challenge attracted a strong turnout, with students taking on the two-minute challenge as their peers cheered them on.
Today, Year 11 musician Jack Owen will provide lunchtime entertainment in the Refectory. This evening, parents and students will come together for a free Community Yoga session in the Old Boys Gallery, led by Nicole Lamb, who has worked closely with the Year 9 On Queenslea Drive program for several years.
The week will conclude on Friday morning with music and ‘Mindful Milos’ in the Refectory, offering a relaxed start to the final school day of the week.
Director of the Centre for Health and Wellbeing, Brad Gardner, highlighted the importance of proactive mental health education and equipping boys with the skills to look after themselves and others.
“Our students are growing up in a rapidly changing world, and the importance of mental health education has never been greater.”
“As a school, we have a responsibility to equip them with the knowledge, skills and habits to take an active role in looking after their wellbeing.”
“Mental Health Week provides an opportunity to reinforce these messages through meaningful experiences, helping boys understand that positive mental health is something we can all work towards every day.”
The activities reflect the School’s ongoing commitment to developing the whole boy, supporting students to build the skills and relationships they need to navigate challenges and contribute positively to the wellbeing of others.
