Year Seven and Eight Students 

Change and loss are issues that affect all of us at some stage in our lives. At Katikati College we recognise that when changes occur in families through death, separation, divorce or related circumstances, young people may benefit from learning how to manage these changes effectively. We are therefore offering a very successful programme called Seasons for Growth. This programme is facilitated in small groups and is based on research that highlights the importance of social support and the need to practise new skills to cope effectively with change and loss. The programme focuses on issues such as self-esteem, managing feelings, problem solving, decision-making, effective communication and support networks.

Seasons for Growth runs for eight weeks and each weekly session is run in school time for one hour. Every family of Year 7 and 8 students will receive an information leaflet with more details. If you think your son or daughter would benefit from this programme we would encourage you to talk to him/her first about this. Should he/she decide to participate please fill in the permission slip (see attached) and return it to the homeroom teacher or school office by 3rd March.

If you would like to discuss the programme, you are most welcome to contact the coordinator:

Lesley Jenks

Mobile: 022 043 4060

Email: katikati@seasons.org.nz