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Week of September 21, 2020

Growth Mindset: Helping Kids See Failure With a New Lens

“I can’t do this homework. I don’t understand math.”

“I can’t do this homework yet. I don’t understand how to make sense of this math problem.”

Do either of these statements sound like something your child would say? Which one? How your child takes on challenges isn’t just about being motivated or resilient. It may be the result of having what’s known as a growth mindset. A mindset describes how we face challenges and setbacks. People with a growth mindset believe their abilities can improve over time. On the other hand, people with a fixed mindset think their abilities are set in stone or can’t change, no matter how hard they try. Research helps us understand how to teach growth mindset to kids and help them find meaning in failure, which means your child can develop a growth mindset too! Discover the power of “yet”!

SEL LEssons

What is SEL?

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

Elementary School

4th Grade

Monday, September 21st at 9:00- Mrs. Creech’s PAA

Tuesday, September 22nd at 9:00- Mrs. Harris’ PAA

Wednesday, September 23rd at 9:00- 4th Grade Small Group (ALL 4th graders invited!)

Thursday, September 24th at 10:00- Mrs. Teague’s PAA

Friday, September 25th at 1:00- Mrs. Lee’s PAA

*Attendance not required but highly encouraged. Zoom links and static version will be sent via Jupiter & posted in Ms. McGarry's Google Classroom!

Middle School

6th Grade- Making Specific Goals

7th Grade- Identifying Roadblocks

8th Grade- My Interests and Strengths

High School

SEL for High School Students (Week #4): Time management (part 2)

Purpose: Students practice prioritizing tasks and understand the importance of schedules.

Reflection: Ask yourself, “why do we use a calendar or planner?”

It is important to create systems that will facilitate effective time management. People without effective systems often waste time looking for items such as assignments, phone numbers, and so on. In order to prioritize, you must consider all of your tasks.

Activity 1: Write down all of your “to-do” tasks for today, and number each task according to how important the task is to you with number one being the most important. Include everything, including extracurricular activities, phone calls, household chores, and homework assignments

Activity 2: Then, use your to-do list to create your plan for today or for the week using the “Daily Planner Worksheet” or a similar tool you may already be familiar with. Just remember that the task you have identified most important should be completed first, even if the other tasks are more appealing.

20 Quick Tips for Time Management

Challenge: I challenge each of you to try out a scheduling system for at least three weeks. You will find that this generally helps keep you on track. You have many options about the type of planner to use, and that the samples you provided are only suggestions.

And don't forget to complete the "SEL Check-in/out Form" here!

Bullying Prevention

Showing kindness is one of the most significant contributors to positive school climate. It is statistically shown that being kind makes others happy, makes you feel good, and helps prevent bullying. To start promoting kindness in your community, try one of these random acts of kindness today!

Elementary

Into the Cloud™ is NCMEC’s flagship online safety product for children ages 10 and under. Using data from actual CyberTipline reports, each episode focuses on a different element of online safety, from strategies for handling cyberbullying to recognizing and reporting unsafe/inappropriate interactions and content. Into the Cloud™ presents important safety information in an age-appropriate and entertaining manner! Connect your child to their content here, or visit Ms. McGarry's Google Classroom!

College & Career planning

Elementary School

Click here to check out Paws in Jobland on CFNC.org!

Middle School

Check out CFNC.org and begin exploring the site! We will work in the website through the year. You will be sent activities per grade to help you begin your career search and make the most of middle school!

High School

Students and parents are encouraged to explore the redesigned CFNC.org website. This is a one stop shop for students and parents to plan for college, apply to colleges, explore careers and sort through resources to pay for college in the state of NC. Planning starts even before high school. Students with CFNC accounts are encouraged to login and click around! Students without CFNC accounts are encouraged to create an account! Go ahead! Explore!

Click here for up-to-date information that colleges, universities, College Board (SAT) and ACT are releasing about COVID-19 and college admissions.

Click here for updated information about virtual college representative visits to FLA.

#Howtodeal

Every week, we will be including tips or tricks for you on how to incorporate self-care into your daily routine! We understand that during our time away from school, it may be a challenge to take care of YOU. So, here you will find some ideas to stay active, healthy, and mentally strong as we cope with this pandemic. Enjoy!

Get moving!

Journal question: How will I get moving today?

Plan for snack attacks! Pack healthy snack options.

Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep.

Take the stairs instead of the elevator.

Pick a parking spot that’s a little farther away.

Walk and talk on the phone.

Take a lap around the house/building during your lunch break.

Drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water/day.

Eat a nutritious breakfast.

Try these fitness apps!

MyFitnessPal