Schoolies Week can be a thrilling time for teens, but it’s often a nerve-wracking experience for parents. In this episode, we share two essential strategies every parent needs to help their teens navigate Schoolies Week safely and responsibly.

In this episode:
Schoolies: a rite of passage?
Open, honest communication (before and during Schoolies)
Safety planning
Creating strong support networks
Boundaries
Peer pressure
Responsible drinking
Consent
"Strong and safe"

Related Links:
5 Essential Conversations to Have with Your Teen Before Schoolies
#886 Get Set for Schoolies With Paul Dillon

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Schoolies Week can be a thrilling time for teens, but it’s often a nerve-wracking experience for parents. In this episode, we share two essential strategies every parent needs to help their teens navigate Schoolies Week safely and responsibly.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Schoolies: a rite of passage?</li>
<li>Open, honest communication (before and during Schoolies)</li>
<li>Safety planning</li>
<li>Creating strong support networks</li>
<li>Boundaries</li>
<li>Peer pressure</li>
<li>Responsible drinking</li>
<li>Consent</li>
<li>"Strong and safe"</li>
</ul>
Related Links:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/5-essential-conversations-to-have-with-your-teen-before-schoolies">5 Essential Conversations to Have with Your Teen Before Schoolies</a></li>
<li dir="ltr"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/886-get-set-for-schoolies-with-paul-dillon">#886 Get Set for Schoolies With Paul Dillon</a></li>
</ul>
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#1119 - Two Top Tips for Schoolies

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