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Happy Mindfulness March!
Happy Mindfulness March!
Mindfulness is a practice that emphasizes paying attention to the present moment. Mindfulness can help minimize anxiety, increase happiness, and improve executive functioning skills(focusing, planning & organizing, memory & metacognition),social skills, mental health and wellbeing. As caregivers, the best way to teach a child to be mindful isto embody the practice ourselves. Dedicate a few minutes each day to a mindfulness routine that the whole family can practice.
Notice and name body sensations, thoughts and emotions
“It sounds like you might be nervous about this new situation. What do you notice in your body right now?” The more insight our children have into their inner experience, the more they are able to identify appropriate responses.
Share a 3-breath hug
Hug your child and take three deliberate, synchronized, deep breaths together. Drop your shoulders, relax any muscles that feel tight. Feel the stress melt away. Use it as you say goodbye in the morning, when someone could use a calming hug, or just for some daily love!
Growing Global Citizens
Coping Strategy of the Month
Coping Strategy of the Month
As a family, create a calm corner filled with coping strategies! (Calm Down Corner Tips)
Set boundaries and role play using it
Add sensory items
Use visuals
Make it technology-free
Be consistent
March Counseling Lesson
March Counseling Lesson
Building Conflict Resolution Skills
This month, students are learning how to solve problems and work through conflicts in thoughtful, respectful ways. They will explore what it means to pause, think through a situation, and consider different solutions when disagreements or challenges arise.
Through stories, role-plays, and real-life scenarios, students will practice problem-solving skills such as identifying the problem, thinking of safe and fair choices, and reflecting on possible outcomes. These lessons support students in building strong relationships, making responsible decisions, and developing the critical thinking skills they need to navigate challenges at school and beyond.
Key SEL Themes
Key SEL Themes
CASEL Competency: Conflict Resolution
Second Step Theme: Problem Solving
Portrait of a Learner: Critical Thinking & Depth of Knowledge
Grown-Up Tips for Home
Grown-Up Tips for Home
Think about others' perspectives
When a challenge comes up at home, ask:
“What’s the problem?”
“What different viewpoints might there be?”
“How might the other person be feeling?”
"How can we find a way for both people's perspectives to be taken into consideration?"
Model calm problem-solving.
Let your child see you handle disagreements with patience, respectful words, and thoughtful decision-making. Children learn a great deal by watching how adults work through challenges.
Encourage reflection.
After a conflict is resolved, talk about what worked and what could be tried next time. This helps children deepen their understanding and build confidence in their problem-solving skills.
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