Open Parachute

Creating Positive Generational Change.
Real-world skills for school and life.

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Three weeks ago, Open Parachute founder Dr. Hayley Watson had the opportunity to speak at the IPSHA Conference in Perth alongside primary school leaders from across Australia.

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Thank you to IPSHA for having us, and to the IPSHA leadership team for their partnership and commitment to supporting independent primary schools across Australia.

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When a student mentions self-harm, the urge is: “Refer them right now.”

Take one breath. Focus on 2 things: safety + support.

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Then you can ask:
“Who helps you when things feel like this?”
“Do they know this is happening lately?”
“What helps you get through the moment?”

Follow your required process with as much choice + privacy as you can. Share only what’s needed. Be clear who does what, and when.

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When a student mentions self-harm, the urge is: “Refer them right now.”

Take one breath. Focus on 2 things: safety + support.

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Then you can ask:
“Who helps you when things feel like this?”
“Do they know this is happening lately?”
“What helps you get through the moment?”

Follow your required process with as much choice + privacy as you can. Share only what’s needed. Be clear who does what, and when.

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#OpenParachute #StudentWellbeing #MentalHealthEducation #TraumaInformedPractice #WholeSchoolApproach #SchoolWellbeing

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Conversations like these are what keep us going 💙

We recently had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible team at East Maddington Primary School to hear about their wellbeing journey and the role Open Parachute has played along the way.

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We’re grateful to partner with schools like East Maddington that are committed to creating safe, supportive environments where young people can thrive.

Thank you to the entire East Maddington team for sharing your story and for the work you do every day to support your students.