Asking a friend if they are okay

Some students may recognise that a peer is upset, however might not have the communication skills to offer support. This resource provides a script that students can use to ask a friend if they are okay. 

Schools can make this script accessible to all students to facilitate inclusive and responsive peer communities. 

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School Excellence Framework alignment

Wellbeing

Australian Professional Standards for Teachers alignment

Standard 1: Know students and how they learn

Audience

Secondary teachers, students

Purpose

This script has been designed to facilitate inclusive and responsive peer communities by supporting students to reach out to their peers. It can be used to support students to learn positive ways to check in with their peers.

Reviewed

November 2021. Share your feedback here