Angels dwell among us

By Lia Bichel
DURING an eight-week program, girls at Narre Warren South P-12 College are learning how to deal with tough issues facing teens.
Every Thursday, for 45 minutes during lunch hour, about 25 Year 7 girls voluntarily participate in Angel Light Link’s All About You Prevention and Education Program.
The girls discuss topics such as eating disorders, relationships, alcohol and stress and take part in interactive activities.
Angel Light Link co-ordinator Sally McCracken said the students responded well to the program.
“It really has been fantastic,” she said.
“I think it’s important for them to learn how to deal with pressure from school, home and the media. The program shows them how to deal with the stress in a healthy manner.”
Narre Warren South P-12 College has been running the program since it began in Casey schools in 2006.
Student welfare co-ordinator Lorraine Meehan said the school would continue to welcome the program in the future.
“It has been very enjoyable for the students,” Ms Meehan said.
“I think it reinforces positive information for the students. If they hear this type of information only in the classroom, or only from their parents, the students may be more likely to dismiss it. Learning about these issues during the program may make the students more likely to accept it.”
In 2009, the program has been provided to more than 450 students in 11 schools.
It is supported by Model Cars of the World, Myer Foundation and the Sunshine Foundation.
To contact Angel Light Link check out their website on www.angellightlink.com or phone 9796 5054.