Resilence in Action on Primary
PRIMARY AGENCY & ENGAGEMENT
professional learning program delivered by TRP, both onsite and online. These sessions have significantly strengthened our staff’s understanding of mental health education and have equipped them with the confidence and skills to deliver the TRP curriculum with purpose and consistency. Wellbeing is now embedded not only in our student programs but also as part of our professional culture. The positive impact of TRP is evident across our school. Students are increasingly using emotional literacy in their daily interactions and are developing the language and confidence to talk about their feelings. They are engaging in conversations about gratitude, empathy and mindfulness – both within structured lessons and informally throughout the school day. Recent research conducted by Monash University has reinforced the effectiveness of The Resilience Project in schools. Findings show that students who engage in TRP demonstrate higher levels of resilience, optimism, and overall life satisfaction. The research also indicates that the program enhances students’ ability to cope with stress and emotional challenges, supporting the development of lifelong wellbeing habits. These findings validate our continued investment in TRP as a vital component of our wellbeing approach.
At The Lakes South Morang College – Primary, the wellbeing of our students, staff, and broader community is a fundamental priority. As part of this commitment, we are proud to implement The Resilience Project (TRP) – a nationally recognised, evidence-based wellbeing program that equips young people with the tools and strategies to support positive mental health. TRP is centred on proactive mental health strategies that aim to prevent mental ill-health and build emotional strength and resilience in young people. Through consistent, purposeful teaching of the core pillars of Gratitude, Empathy, Mindfulness and Emotional Literacy, our students are developing the capacity to recognise and regulate their emotions, form healthy relationships, and cope more effectively with adversity. Every week, students from Prep to Year 6 participate in dedicated TRP lessons that are explicitly aligned with the program’s evidence-based framework. These lessons are tailored to be age-appropriate and are designed to foster discussion, reflection, and the practical application of strategies in both the classroom and everyday life. Staff at The Lakes have participated in an extensive
To measure the impact of our work with TRP, students in Years 3–6 participated in the Resilience Youth Survey, which assessed students’ levels of hope, resilience, and life satisfaction. Results indicated that approximately 50% of students are currently showing high levels of hope and resilience. While this is an encouraging result, it also highlights the importance of our continued focus on building wellbeing skills across the entire school community. Our work with TRP has reinforced that individuals with higher levels of hope and optimism tend to use more proactive and effective coping strategies. By embedding the regular teaching of these strategies into our weekly curriculum, we are helping students to build the emotional toolkit they need to thrive now and in the future. Moving forward, our goal is to extend this practice beyond structured lessons, encouraging both students and staff to apply these strategies consistently throughout their day-to-day experiences. As we look ahead to 2026, we are excited to build upon our partnership with The Resilience Project. With consistent practice, community involvement, and a shared commitment to wellbeing, we are confident that our work will continue to build a resilient, hopeful and emotionally literate school community.
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