Social and Emotional Well Being
Hello Families! Our School Counselor, Ms. Ashpole, is here to assist and stay connected with your scholar. Please use the link below to request a virtual meeting or check-in! Ms. Ashpole's email is mashpole@cologneacademy.org.
March, April and May Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
We are so excited to be offering Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as a special this school year! During the months of March, April and May we will be talking about executive functioning skills, self-confidence, relationship skills and our Core Virtues of compassion, forgiveness and diligence! Please see below for some ideas about how you can continue your child's social and emotional learning at home!
Allow your student to help set daily schedules/routines, plan trips and outings and prepare their backpacks and other school items to help improve their organization and planning skills.
Help your student improve their relationship skills by encouraging perspective taking, empathy, practicing problem solving and listening skills.
The following are SEL books that can be read at home about the SEL topics we are covering in March, April and May. Books about executive functioning skills include "Your Fantastic Elastic Brain" by JoAnn Deak and "The Berenstain Bears and the Messy Room" by Stan and Jan Berenstain. Books about Self-Confidence include "I am Enough" by Grace Byers and "I Like Me" by Nancy Carlson. Books about relationships and friendships include "Enemy Pie" by Derek Munson and "My Friend is Sad" by Mo Willems.
Talk about examples of compassion, forgiveness and diligence that you see in books, movies, TV shows and in the community.
Below are some resources regarding talking to children about COVID-19
Mental Health Resources
A list of community resources and outside agencies with contact information. Includes information for mental health, basic needs, housing/shelter, utilities, medical, and parent support resources.
Resources for Students
Resources & Websites
Health Powered Kids - A collection of activities to help young people make healthy eating, exercise and life choices. (K-5)
Change to Chill - Mindfulness & stress relieve activities for teens. (5-8)
Coping Skills - List of activities students can to to help relieve stress.
Activities for Home - List of games/activities that can be done at home.
Mindfulness - Videos & Music
Resources for Parents & Guardians
Tips for Parents in Confinement Situations
REMEMBER - Tips for supporting children during a pandemic.
Stress & Coping - Information from the CDC.
Manage Anxiety - Videos with information to support kids with heightened anxiety due to COVID-19.
Stress Management - Tips for stress reduction for parents & kids.
Calming Strategies - 50 activities to try with your child.
Child Mind Institute - Resources for children and families. Information regarding coping skills, anxiety management, and behavior management.
SEL Book List - Books that cover a variety of social-emotional topics for children.