A Wired Family: Stephen Smith has spent year's researching how to keep students safe online. This site has tone of research and useful tips for navigating your students access on phones and computers.
Our favorite articles:
'Why Try' is an evidence based curriculum we've used for years at CCMS. They have some amazing video lessons for parent son building resiliency in your students and your family during these hard times.
Students at CCMS are trained to ACT when they are concerned for a friend. These resources will help you feel empowered when you are a trusted adult in the topic of suicide and depression.
A- Acknowledge
C- Care
T- Tell a trusted adult
If you or a student are concerned about suicidal thoughts, comments, or actions DO NOT hesitate to reach out to any CCS employee who can help you get in touch with Mental Health Personnel and School Counselors for support.
Drug Free Resources
SAMHSA- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Provides great resources on prevention and addiction support for both families and teens.
Mindfulness and Coping
Family Resources and Lists: This pdf has a variety of lists and links to different resources for you and your fmaily. Topics include Growth Mindset, Resilience, Mindfulness, Kindnes, Creativity in the forms of videos, podcasts, activities and articles.
Parent's Guide to Growth Mindset: You may seen bulletin boards or hear a teacher mention a 'growth mindset' Here is a great guide to what we hope to instill in students
Coping with Covid: Great reminders for anyone struggling
Grounding Techniques: These are practices to help center you when things may feel overwhelimg or out of control for any reason