Is your teen having more stress than normal over the holidays? Take a look at our Holiday Survival
Kit!
Research shows gratitude isn’t just a pleasant feeling—being grateful can also support greater health, happiness, and wisdom in ourselves and our communities.
Research shows gratitude isn’t just a pleasant feeling—being grateful can also support greater health, happiness, and wisdom in ourselves and our communities.
Q: What do you call it when you dream you're swimming in an ocean of orange soda?
A:A Fanta Sea!
Q: I used to have a girlfriend who would give me math problems for fun.
A: I was solving for ex.
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This program was developed to give students examples of resilience and to provide them with a trusted adult, who understands adversity.
Teachers volunteered to post a hand in their classrooms, indicating that they have suffered from trauma in the past and understand what students may be experiencing. When students see the hands posted, they know that their teacher has suffered in the past and has worked to overcome multiple obstacles. This provides access to a positive "Caring Colonel!"
In the Middle
Stop and Think
The Dirty Room
The Lies You Believe
Your brain and nature: Research in a growing scientific field called ecotherapy has shown a strong connection between time spent in nature and reduced stress, anxiety, and depression.
Go outside for a walk. Visit Audubon Park and hike a trail or go fishing. Visit the downtown River Front and enjoy the sounds of the water. Take a walk on the River Front walking path. Visit a community park and swing, slide, or climb on the playground equipment. It's all free for you to enjoy!
Positive Quotes!
Students who participate in extracurricular activities generally benefit from having better examination results, having higher standardized test scores and higher educational attainment, attending class more regularly and having higher self concept. Being involved in extracurricular activities also creates opportunities for leadership roles, expands friend groups, and leads to a positive school culture.
So . . . join a club and broaden your horizon!