Announcement
The Mental Health Support Team (MHST) - Info & webinars/workshops for parents
The Harris Federation School Mental Health Team is presenting three 50âminute webinars (+ Q&A) aimed at supporting and empowering parents and other adult carers in supporting the mental health & wellbeing of young people in Year 7 to 13.
Free to any Harris parent or carer.
PARENT WEBINARS
All webinars start at 17:30: To Register: Please click on the date in the table below for the webinar you
would like attend. The link will take you to a registration form. Once you have
completed the registration form, you will be emailed the Microsoft Teams link
to access the workshop.
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| 25 February | Identity: Helping Your Adolescent Build Confidence and a Strong Sense of Self What identity development looks like in adolescence and why rapid change is normal How to support your young person’s identity exploration with confidence and connection What helps young people build a secure, positive sense of self We will share practical strategies for helping young people feel confident, grounded, and secure in who they are. |
| 11 March | Relationships: Family Dynamics, Friendships, and Early Attraction How family, friends, and early romantic partners each meet different emotional needs in adolescence How and why family dynamics shift as young people become more influenced by their peers How parents can stay connected and supportive even as teens seek more independence You’ll leave with practical strategies to support your adolescent while staying connected through the push for independence. |
| 25 March | Digital Wellâbeing: Screen Time, Social Media, and Mental Health What young people actually do online — from Roblox and Fortnite to group chats and Snapchat — and how these spaces shape their digital lives How screen time, social media, gaming and online worlds affect mood, sleep, motivation and selfâesteem during adolescence How adults can support privacy and safety in ways that build trust You’ll leave with clear, practical strategies and tools you can use straight away |



















