Parent Resources
Information for Parents/Guardians of St. Mary's High School Students
As a parent of one or more of our students, you are an important partner to us. We see you as a key player in supporting your son and/or daughter towards achieving their best.
Resources for Parents
Even if they’re in elementary school, there’s a good chance kids have been exposed to vaping (e-cigarettes) either at school, through friends, on social media, TV or in the movies.
Talking about substances with your child can be awkward, but with a little practice, a tough topic can become a sweet conversation! Moments of connection, like a conversation over a cup of hot chocolate, can build a base for a strong, healthy relationship with your child. Parents can practice making meaningful moments with these conversation starter suggestions and then incorporate strategies to delay substance use.
For more information visit RethinkYourDrinking.ca.
Parent & Caregiver Tools & Tip Sheets
211 IS A HELPLINE THAT EASILY CONNECTS PEOPLE TO THE SOCIAL SERVICES, PROGRAMS AND COMMUNITY SUPPORTS THEY NEED.
LE 211 EST UNE LIGNE D'ASSISTANCE QUI RELIE FACILEMENT LES GENS AUX SERVICES SOCIAUX, AUX PROGRAMMES ET AUX SOUTIENS COMMUNAUTAIRES DONT ILS ONT BESOIN.
- VIDEO: Making a Difference Together
- VIDEO: We All Have Mental Health
- VIDEO: How to Support Your Child's Transitions
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M.I Understanding is a tool designed to educate families and help build empathy, understanding & resiliency
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Family Well-Being Community Workshop Series includes various service providers from across London, Middlesex, Oxford, and Elgin, who are coming together to provide workshops that address well-being topics throughout the year
- One Stop Talk is a service that provides free, in-the-moment virtual counselling. You can be connected to a registered therapist from a network of community-based child, youth, and family mental health agencies across Ontario.