Tes special issue: What works for wellbeing?

See what's coming up in the 13 August issue of Tes magazine [View in browser]( [Tes.com]( [Facebook link to news]( [Tes Global Instagram]( [Tes news twitter account]( [Tes Linkedin site]( [Resources]( | [Jobs]( | [News]( | [Courses]( | [Store]( | [Tes for schools]( [Tes special issue: What works for wellbeing?]( Hello {NAME}, While Covid has exacerbated mental health problems for some, it has eased them for others. So, what have we learnt from the experiences of staff and students during the pandemic and what are the best approaches to tackling the wellbeing challenges that the new academic year will inevitably bring? Simon Lock finds out in our 13 August special issue of Tes magazine. [Subscribe now]( PLUS...10 questions with Christina McAnea, general secretary, Unison Christina is the first woman to lead the UK’s largest union which represents school support staff including TAs, cleaners, caterers and caretakers. After leaving school at 16 she worked in the civil service, the NHS and retail before going to university at the age of 22. She has worked at Unison since its formation in 1993 holding a number of senior positions, including head of education. AND...this issue's special features Mental health in early years Preschoolers rarely top the list of wellbeing priorities, with the bulk of funding going to secondary schools. But a greater appreciation of mental health challenges among the under-fives, along with recognition of the pandemic’s effect, mean teachers will soon be given greater resources, finds Christina Quaine. The making of a smash-hit EP The effects of the Covid lockdowns on young people’s mental health are well documented, and as such, the role of the school educational psychologist is more important than ever before. EP David Collingwood explains what his role entails and clears up some misconceptions. Could being 'green' improve pupil wellbeing? Making your school greener might not seem like the obvious solution to improving pupil wellbeing. But, according to the founders of a pioneering eco school in Bali, becoming more environmentally friendly could have knock-on effects for pupils’ holistic development. This week's audio article [How to make the most of school mentors]( How to make the most of school mentors Schools dedicate hundreds of teacher hours to supporting trainees and NQTs, but ensuring mentors have the skills to carry out their role effectively has been low on the list of priorities. With new ECF funding that looks set to change – and there’s plenty leaders can do to usher in improvements, says Fe Brewer. [Listen now]( [Subscribe now]( Mental health in schools – where next? E-ACT Ideas conference in partnership with Tes, 7 October 2021 [E-ACT Ideas conference in partnership with Tes, 7 October 2021]( Hear from leading names at the forefront of mental health, wellbeing and educational practice. This free event will look at what makes an effective whole-school wellbeing programme and offer practical advice on how schools can go about developing their own. [Find out more]( Stay connected! [News Facebook Page]( [Tes Instagram page]( [Tes Twitter link]( [Tes LinkedIn Page]( [Tes Pinterest Page]( [Tes Youtube channel]( Explore Tes [Resources]( [Jobs]( [Courses]( [Store]( [Tes for schools]( [News]( Download our app [Mobile app IOS]( [Download our App on Google play]( Manage your email preferences Help us to send you the right emails. You can [change your email preference settings]( or [unsubscribe]( anytime. Customer services: [+44 (0)20](tel:+44 (0)20 3194 3000)3194 3164 help@tesglobal.com Tes Global is registered in England (Company No. 02017289) with its registered offices at 26 Red Lion Square, London WC1R 4HQ. [Can't see this email? View in browser](