Chaplaincy Week is an opportunity to celebrate the work of chaplains, working in schools across the state and making a positive difference in each of those communities. Glen Huon Primary is lucky to have a chaplain visit us every Tuesday.

A Day in the Life of your School Chaplain.

My day starts at 7.30 am as I load the car with food collected from the Foodbank.

I arrive at school to make breakfast for anyone who wants breakfast, this includes toast, warm milo and sometimes fruit and yoghurt, depending on what’s available from the Foodbank.

As soon as that is cleared up I go down to the office where we have set up a Pieklets and Chat club from 9 to 10 with students that would like to chat with me about issues that they may have. These chats vary from friendship challenges to small things that may be bothering them. For the rest of the day I spend time in classrooms. Sometimes I work with a small group and sometimes I work with one child supporting their learning. At recess I help organise Children's University. My lunch break involves sitting outside with students whilst they eat lunch and we sometimes play board games. I am present where students are able to ask me questions, or seek support if needed. Just before I leave for the day I check in with the school wellbeing team (Mrs Lees, Ms Webb and myself)  to talk about any students I may think need additional support. This is just another safeguard to make sure that your young people feel supported and heard. It's definitely a team effort.

My job is a wonderful mix of care, conversations and supporting children with issues that arise. I am another safe adult in your children’s lives that they can choose to talk to and be supported by.

I am also available for conversations with parents, carers and staff who may need some additional support. It is an honour and a privilege that I am part of this school and community.  If you would like to get in touch, please contact me via email. Michelle.lovell@education.tas.gov.au 

Michelle Lovell (Glen Huon Primary Chaplain)