StACTalks: Digital Well-being, Connection and Identity

We warmly invite you to attend the next StACTalks session for 2026, focused on one of the most important challenges facing families today: supporting young people to thrive in a digital world.

When: Tuesday 16 June

Time: 6.00pm–7.30pm

Venue: Centennial Chapel, St Andrew's College

Cost: Free

This 90-minute session will combine expert insight and practical, real-world strategies to support your child’s well-being, device use, and sense of identity online.

The evening will include:

• A panel discussion led by Head of Guidance, Tom Matthews, alongside Head of Middle School, Matt Parr, Head of Well-being, Kerry Larby, and Deputy Principal of Preparatory School, Vicki Pettit. They will explore digital well-being, connection, and practical tools for parenting with technology.

• A guest presentation from St Andrew’s College parent Roger Dennis. Roger is a New Zealand-based consultant in foresight and long-term thinking, advising governments and organisations internationally. Drawing on his experience as a parent, he will share practical “battle stories from the trenches”, offering real-world insights, lessons learned, and workable strategies for managing device use, online behaviour, and digital boundaries at home. His session will be followed by an opportunity for questions and discussion.

• A series of short, practical workshops offering clear takeaways for families.

• Time to connect with other parents over supper in the foyer.

Please note this session will be recorded for members of the St Andrew’s College community who are unable to attend in person, and will be made available via StACNet. Audience participation (including questions) may be included in the recording.