Care and Peer Support

Care and Peer Support

At Bowen, we are committed to nurturing future-ready Bowenians who are self-disciplined, resilient and of sound character. We believe that every challenge presents an opportunity for growth, and we strive to provide a safe, caring and supportive environment where students learn from their experiences, build confidence and make responsible choices.

Guided by our R-E-A-D-Y BE! school routine, students develop positive learning habits, build strong relationships and take ownership of their actions. These values and dispositions empower every Bowenian to become an active learner, a compassionate leader and a responsible member of the school community.

Building Positive Peer Support & Relationships (PSR)

We also believe that every Bowenian has a role to play in creating a caring and inclusive school culture. Students are encouraged to build positive peer relationships, look out for one another and be confident upstanders who support the well-being and safety of their peers. When challenges arise, students are encouraged to seek help from trusted adults so that timely care and support can be provided.

Should students require additional support, our Student Well-being Team and School Counsellors are available to provide guidance, encouragement and care in a safe and supportive environment.

Students can request a Care Chat and speak with a Student Well-being Teacher as shown below.

The Friday Class Bonding Time (FCBT) & CAREbean Programme

Look out for a series fun-filled activities that await you this year. The SWB Teachers and your Peer Support Leaders (PSLs) will drive many peer bonding activities throughout the year such as your Friday Class Bonding Time (FCBT) and our twice weekly, after-school CAREbean Programme, which will be available both as a face-to-face and online event.

For our face-to-face CAREbean Programme, anticipate using new recreational facilities like our pool table, gaming consoles and board games. Do register ahead of time before you drop by our CAREbean Corner (which is just next to the front of the hall, on the right, along the corridor). Please note that the number of students allowed at the CARE-bean may be limited due to space constraints.

On our CAREbean days (Monday and Thursdays), our SWB Teachers and PSLs will be stationed at the CAREbean Corner. If you need a Care Chat, simply walk in for a chat.

For more information about care activities, check out the following links: • our PSL Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bowen.psl/

Student Well-Being and Support

Reaching out and getting support outside of Bowen

Students and families seeking additional support may also contact the following organisations, which offer professional counselling and support services.