Institute of Positive Education

It’s here! Our much-loved Discovering Positive Education course has been fully revised and redesigned as an international, eight-week, online learning experience. Click here to find out more and to secure your place in our first cohort, launching Oct 6: tinyurl.com/OnlineDPE

Excited to begin my learning journey with Positive Education 2.0. @GGSPosEd and to meet others who share my passion for wellbeing!

@BelindaTeaches @teacher2teacher The @GGSPosEd brain break books are well worth the investment and split breaks into ones to lift energy or calm down

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Today we are celebrating World Teachers Day! Our heartfelt thanks to all our teachers who go above and beyond to support students' academic progress while also supporting the wellbeing of the students in their care. #BrightFuture @aitsl worldteachersday.edu.au

Research shows that instances of anxiety and depression in young people have increased during the pandemic. However, there are proactive and positive steps we can take to support children as they return to school. theconversation.com/anxiety-can-af…

In an age of social distancing and an ever-increasing focus on efficiency in our grocery stores, this Dutch supermarket chain is seeking to reduce loneliness in communities by offering customers an opportunity to chat at the checkout. dutchnews.nl/news/2021/09/j…

Not a moment too soon! A new national study by Monash University has revealed high levels of public trust and appreciation for Australian teachers. #PositiveEducation buff.ly/3mzHX44

Have you explored the therapeutic benefits of drawing, crafting or sculpting during the pandemic? This article discusses the potential benefits of art therapy and the recent surge in explorations of hands-on mediums. artnews.com/art-in-america…

Thanks to Rhiannon McGee for sharing her insights from @GeelongGrammar's 10 years of pioneering Positive Education work at #PESA2021 - some slides below @GGSPosEd @rhimcgee

@rhimcgee sharing about ‘the how’ of creating and integrating whole school wellbeing frameworks for each school context, featuring the experience and leadership of @GeelongGrammar @GGSPosEd @BeYouPrimary @BeYouSecondary #studentwellbeing #pesa2021

A recent review of data by Washington State University, that examined over 300 studies, shows the presence of greenspaces near homes and schools is strongly associated with improved physical activity and mental health outcomes in kids. sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/…

Whether you're doing high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or yoga – research shows you can improve your mental health by exercising during lockdown. news.ubc.ca/2021/09/28/at-…

An interesting article on a British study, which found that children who consumed five or more portions of fruit and veg a day had the highest scores for mental wellbeing. 7news.com.au/lifestyle/heal…

Love this article from @Aimee_Bloom1 at @GGSPosEd on lessons from Ted Lasso. The Walt Whitman quote, "Be curious, not judgemental" was my fave! instituteofpositiveeducation.com/blogs/wellbein…

Like Ted Lasso needed any further endorsement. A fantastic, short and sharp check in with how the prinleciples of #positivepsychology can be leveraged and embedded in our classrooms. Love, love, love it. @GGSPosEd instituteofpositiveeducation.com/blogs/wellbein…

Here's a very helpful article if you're looking to download a safe and evidence-based app to support meditation. To include mindfulness-based practices in the classroom be sure to also check out our Mindful Moments pocketbook: tinyurl.com/mindfulnesspoc… theage.com.au/lifestyle/heal…

A wonderful article on two passionate and dedicated @BerryStreet workers! abc.net.au/news/2021-09-1…

We are pleased to welcome award-winning educator, Dr Kerry Howells, as our next Insight Series Online speaker. Join Kerry to learn practical strategies to untangle difficult relationships and overcome everyday resentments through practising deep gratitude. …howells-27-oct-2021.eventbrite.com.au

What a wonderful idea by @LEGO_Group to encourage #mindfulness! bhg.com.au/lego-mindfulne…

We are looking forward to welcoming the fourth international cohort of our online Discovering Positive Education 2.0 course in less than a week! Registrations close soon - visit the link below for more information and to book your place on the course. dpe-cohort-4-2021.eventbrite.com.au