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Homeschooling is now a real and desirable choice for parents. It is a big step. Parents have access to loads of curriculum material and support to get underway and deliver a quality learning experience, parent-child relationships can really come under pressure.

Wow! So much interest. We will run this workshop again.

Send an email to hello@vandevelde.com.au to log your contact details with us and we will let you know when the next workshop is on.

Solution focused mentoring creates impact.

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This course is for professionals new to mentoring as well as experienced mentors who are looking to expand their mentoring skills.

We are keeping the class size small to maximise the discussion opportunities.

Sessions are live and interactive, with plenty of practice and good humour along the way.

Delivered over 4 weekly sessions so you can learn, implement, reflect and build your mentoring skills.

June 22, 2021 at 8:00am AEST

June 29, 2021 at 8:00am AEST

July 6, 2021 at 8:00am AEST

July 13, 2021 at 8:00am AEST

Solution focus mentoring provides new techniques in mentoring conservations to build resources, capacity and competence.

Solution focussed Mentoring creates impact by:

• Talking about resources and not about limitations and shortcomings

• Exploring possible and preferred futures

• Identifying and exploring what is already helping towards the preferred futures

  
  

Another Free VPC Live event - Register here

Listen and ask questions in this live interactive format.

An express preparation for teachers who are taking their parent-teacher meetings online.

Simple planning techniques for rich and useful conversations.

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Making the digital work for you. Low cost. Low tech. People-centric solutions for online conferences.

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• What is the power of words?

• What do my words teach my child?

• How can I help my child use words powerfully?

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Wow! What a great team to be part of!

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Join Jacqui and Martine for a VPC Live event

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Understanding the challenges of the evolving and altering environment, Wellbeing Australia is seeking to provide solutions and strategies to assist those caring for or supporting youth through transition during these uncertain times.

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Focusing on senior and tertiary students, our forum will provide insights and actions families and schools can take to deliver a strong framework of support to those entering a key point of transition.

Our online forum, hosted by our Chair, Donne Newbury, will provide two viewpoints followed by Q&A. Focusing on the wellbeing of all involved, this event will comprise:

Parent and Carer resources and sharing from Jacqui Van de Velde, offering specific information to assist you in your approach to working with your youth through this time.

Coaching in transition strategies for youth by Kathryn Taylor, highlighting key points of focus for critical transition to and from high school and beyond

This event aims to focus on the amazing things we are seeing from both parents and schools. It is a free event, so register, send in your questions and concerns, and join the conversation! 

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About the Presenters: 

Amanda Lecaude is an experienced academic life coach, executive function coach and organising expert who works closely with schools and students to ensure they are equipped with simple and effective organisational, time management and study skills, which are key to their success and enjoyment at school and in life. She regularly speaks and conducts workshops for students from Year 6-12 and in particular with a focus on the transition of students between primary and secondary school. Amanda’s workshops range from speaking to small and large student groups with the topics focusing on educating and providing students with practical tips and strategies to assist them with their academic lives. She is a regular speaker at a variety of conferences, workshops and panels and is becoming well known for her expert knowledge and experience in these key topics. Amanda’s audiences, particularly parents, appreciate her content rich tips and strategies enabling them to be better equipped to face the challenges they and their children confront today.

Jacqui Van de Velde has more than 30 years experience in education, wellbeing and mental health, in both a professional and volunteer capacity. She has worked in, and continues to work across, a variety of educational and cultural contexts, in Australia, New Zealand, the EU, Singapore, and North America. Jacqui is a passionate advocate for parent engagement in education, teaching standards, improved educational outcomes for K-12, professional learning networks, and continuing education in the workplace, wellbeing, veteran health, and advocacy.