Last term St Marys District School had the privilege of hosting the R U OK? Conversation Convoy on school grounds.

The R U OK? Conversation Convoy travels to regional communities around the country to help Australians understand the important role they can play in looking out for their friends, family and colleagues.  

Community Director, Lach – from R U OK?  sent through a snippet of their time in Tasmania.  The crew from R U OK? were super impressed with our students and the opportunities that are available for them to engage in.   

"At St Marys District School we were invited to speak to all students from Year 7 to Year 10, breaking them into small groups for in-depth conversations about what it means to have an R U OK? culture at school, before then meeting parents and teachers at a School Open Farm Day, where the ‘Taste of Tassie' was definitely on display in their paddock to plate set up." 

"To hear of how so many students are benefiting from the practical learning of the farm skills and hospitality courses on offer, shows just how hard the school community is working to engage and encourage students in the Northeast of the state." 

By starting a conversation and commenting on the changes you’ve noticed, you could help that family member, friend or workmate open up.  Please follow the link for resources and strategies to feel confident on how to ask if someone is OK. 

How to ask "Are you OK?" | R U OK?