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Summer seems less stressful than the school year, but for many it can bring it's own set of challenges.
Summer seems less stressful than the school year, but for many it can bring it's own set of challenges.
New sports, activities and social situations can be fun, but for some students, can bring on some normal worries and stress. That, along with an altered schedule and routine, can sometimes cause big feelings for everyone.
New sports, activities and social situations can be fun, but for some students, can bring on some normal worries and stress. That, along with an altered schedule and routine, can sometimes cause big feelings for everyone.
As we all re-adjust to the summer sun, remember to take care of your social-emotional well-being. Here are some things to try:
As we all re-adjust to the summer sun, remember to take care of your social-emotional well-being. Here are some things to try:
Virtual Calming Activities - Try some of these ideas for those times you want to relax and find some calm
Coping Skills for Kids - Try watching this 5 min. video that reminds kids, and adults, that big feelings are OK but we can still do things to take care of ourselves and return to a calmer state.
Coping Skills for Kids - Try watching this 5 min. video that reminds kids, and adults, that big feelings are OK but we can still do things to take care of ourselves and return to a calmer state.
Summer Boredom's Hidden Benefits for Kids - 20 minute podcast from Rogers Behavioral Health
Summer Fun!
Summer Fun!
Are you looking for a fun activity to keep your kids entertained this summer? Look no further than this free printable “Find and Color” Summer Scavenger Hunt! Scavenger hunts are perfect for kids of all ages and can be done just about anywhere – in the backyard, at the park, or even on a road trip.
☀️🔍Find and Color Summer Scavenger Hunt-Printable
🛒🍎Printable Free Grocery Store Scavenger Hunt
🚗👀Road Trip Scavenger Hunt - Printable
Also, for a huge list of social-emotional wellness activities for all grade levels, check out the D105 SEL Page!
Also, for a huge list of social-emotional wellness activities for all grade levels, check out the D105 SEL Page!
School Social Work Includes:
School Social Work Includes:
Whole Class Social Emotional Lessons
Crisis Intervention
Behavior Planning & Implementation
Special Education Support and Services
Short-term social-emotional and behavioral interventions for any student when the need arises and is impacting their performance in the school setting
District Wide Social Emotional and Wellness Planning and Implementation
Connecting students and families with options to explore supports from outside providers
Resources
Here is a brief list of websites and links for more information on topics related to school mental health, social-emotional wellness and issues facing students and families today.
Student sites
Kids Health for Kids - articles for kids on emotions, physical health and school stressors.
Centervention.com - site with online social-emotional activities.
Mindfulness for Kids - videos, activities and good stuff for adults to know too!
Parent sites
KidsHealth.org - mental, physical and emotional health resources for kids and parents
LD Online - information on all kinds of special education issues
Life is a journey, an adventure and a challenge. It is not always easy. Sometimes the current takes us where we don't want to go, or to places we are unfamiliar with. Uncertainty can make life seem scary at times, but it can also be exciting. Thankfully, we do not have to travel alone!
"Promise me you'll always remember; you're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." --Christopher Robin, A.A. Milne
About Me:
My name is Gail Weiland. I am a licensed, clinical social worker and have been working in District 105 for 28 years. I earned my undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Illinois, and my graduate degree in social work at the University of Illinois-Jane Addams School of Social Work. I have a passion for working with children and adolescents and helping them grow academically, socially and emotionally. I have had training and certifications in mindfulness, anxiety, behavioral therapies and brain-based strategies. I love to exercise, be outside in nature and travel with my husband and 2 kids.
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