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Welcome Students and Families!
We want to provide some resources on social emotional learning. This is a great place for caregivers and students to find information, videos, activities, and more.
We understand these are very trying and scary times for many. Kids overhear things at school, online, or from adults. Without clear guidance, they may feel anxious, confused, or afraid. You don’t have to know everything to help. Being present, calm, and honest makes a big difference. Click here or the picture above for more information.
Books:
Kind and gentle reminders:
Take care of yourself. If certain news or conversations are weighing heavily on you, it’s okay to step back, take a breath, or limit what you consume. Your well-being matters.
Lean into resources.
Respond in ways that are meaningful to you. Some people call their elected officials. Others protest, donate, boycott, create, rest, or focus on caring for those closest to them. There is no single “right” response; do what feels aligned and sustainable for you.
Check in with others. The world feels a little less bleak when connecting with a friend. Reaching out to family, colleagues, and trusted people can make a real difference when things feel heavy.
Black History Month
Black History Month
February is Black History Month a time to celebrate and honor the history, experiences, and voices of Black people. Make sure to check out the resources below to support having these important conversations at home.
Resource of the Month for Caregivers
Resource of the Month for Caregivers
Something to read: Common Sense Media Report for Caregivers on AI Toys
Check out more information and resources at https://www.commonsense.org/
Something to listen to: Everyday Parenting Podcast - School Refusal, What to Do When Your Child Refuses to Go to School (listen on spotify or on apple podcast).
Something to watch: The Gifts of Imperfect Parenting by Brene Brown book preview
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources
In case of an emergency please dial 9-1-1
Dial 988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988lifeline.org
Washington County Mental Health Crisis Number 802-229-0591
Vermont Suicide Prevention Center: https://www.vtspc.org
Facing Suicide VT: www.facingsuicidevt.org
Supporting Men in VT: www.mantherapy.org
Outright VT: https://www.outrightvt.org
The Trevor Project - LGBTQ+ Youth: www.thetrevorproject.org
The Jed Foundation - teens/college/young adults: https://www.jedfoundation.org
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: https://www.afsp.org
Veterans Suicide Prevention (including live chat line): https://www.va.gov
Suicide Prevention Resource Center - https://sprc.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness VT - https://namivt.org
October is National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month
More than 1 out of every 5 students report being bullied. National Bullying Prevention Month (NBPM) is a campaign founded in 2006 by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center. The campaign is held during the month of October and connects communities around the world to help prevent bullying. The past few years, a worldwide pandemic and a growing movement for racial equity and social justice have highlighted the need to unite communities for a better future. It is more important than ever to join together in creating a world that is kinder, more accepting, and more inclusive. Take action at school, at home, in your neighborhood, at a local business, or in your workplace to show that you care about kids being safe at school, online, and in the community. (Pacer.org)
Bullying should NEVER be tolerated. If you or someone you know is being bullied, there are things you can do to keep yourself and others safe from bullying. Check out the resources below:
Is It Bullying Poster.pdfBullying Bookmarks 1.pdfBully Prevention Bookmarks 2.pdf
Vermont Agency of Education:
Vermont Agency of Education:
Protections for LGBTQIA+ Students
Protections for LGBTQIA+ Students
For information relating to student identity and school sports, please review Vermont Principal’s Association High School Athletics Policies.
Worries and Fears Video
Worries and Fears Video
Check out this amazing short video discussing worries and fears, created by our very own Nurse Conyers! You may notice some friendly faces from around BPS. Click on the image to watch the video!
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