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A message from the Counselling Team
A message from the Counselling Team
St. Teresa of Avila is proud to be “The Mindful School”. The benefits of mindfulness include improved self-regulation and overall well being.
Staff will continue to teach and promote mindfulness skills in a variety of settings; the classroom, in the gym, and during weekly Tiger Time sessions.
Classroom lessons have begun on a variety of topics such as negative vs positive self-talk, considering others perspectives, growth mindset, social filters and taking part in mindful activities in the Mindful Nest.
Tiger Time (Universal Lessons & Strategies)
Tiger Time (Universal Lessons & Strategies)
⬆ Mindfulness Practice: Mindful Movement⬆
March Tiger Time
During the month of March, all classes had the opportunity to attend Tiger Time to talk about Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR). This strategy involves tensing and relaxing body parts to release stress and extra energy! When we tense then relax we remind our bodies what it feels like to be relaxed.
Calm bodies= calm feelings!
Find more PMR activities here!
Did you know?
Research shows that PMR is effective at helping to relax the mind and body at bedtime.
Check out these guided PMR videos.
Central Alberta 2022 Day Camps
Central Alberta 2022 Day Camps
We know that many parents have been juggling their childcare needs this year with limited options, so we wanted to highlight some of our amazing community groups planning to offer on-site day camps this summer. Childcare programs aren’t just about providing supervision for your kids. From grandparents to rec centres, childcare & youth programs are also about developing relationships, skills, interests and our sense of community.
Ellis Bird Farm Knee High Nature Programs www.ellisbirdfarm.ca/knee-high-nature-programs.html
Family Services of Central Alberta Summer Parking Lot Pop Ups https://fsca.ca/parking-lot-pop-ups/
Kerrywood Nature Center, Fort Normandeau Summer Day Camps waskasoo/summer-day-camps
Red Deer Child Care Society Summer Holiday Program reddeerchildcare.ca/school-age-program
Red Deer College Day Camps 2021 rdc.ab.ca/programs/day-camps
Royal City Soccer Club Summer Day Camps 2021 royalsoccer.com/our-camps/registration/
MAG Summer Camps: A Week at the Museum reddeermuseum.com/programs/summercamps
Pound It Hip Hop Studio Summer Camps pounditdj.com/summercamps
Premier Academy Summer Camps premieracademyrd.ca/summer-programming
Safety City Summer Camps safetycity.ca/community-programs
Sunnybrook Farm Museum 2020 Day Camps sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca/daycamps.htm
Sylvan Learning Red Deer S.T.E.M./S.T.E.A.M. Day Camps red-deer-tutoring-and-camps/-day-camps
The City of Red Deer Day Camps reddeer.ca/recreation-and-culture/recreation/summer-day-camps
Town of Blackfalds Children’s Camps www.blackfalds.com/tourism-recreation/day-camps
Town of Sylvan Lake Summer Programs sylvanlake.ca/en/public-services/flipside-youth-centre.aspx
YMCA of Northern Alberta - Red Deer Summer Day Camps northernalberta.ymca.ca/summer-camps
Youth HQ Summer Day Camps youthhq.ca/summer-day-camps Pop up Programs youthhq.ca/pop-up
For more ideas speak to your local studio or club.
Kidsport kidsportcanada.ca/alberta/red-deer/apply-for-a-grant Kidsport provides grants to children from families facing financial barriers so they can participate in registered sports programs.
Jumpstart jumpstart.canadiantire.ca When families need a little financial boost to get kids involved in a sport, dance team, or other active programa, they need to fill out an application. This needs to be done before the fees are due, as the money goes right to the organization. Applications for assistance can typically be submitted from January 15 to November 1; with the goal for funding to be equitably distributed over Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter activities.
Inclusion of organizations in this guide does not represent endorsement of programs, nor does exclusion indicate disapproval.
Prepared by the Family School Enhancement Counsellors of RDCRS
St. Teresa's Family ALL Access Recreation Pass
St. Teresa's Family ALL Access Recreation Pass
At St. Teresa, we are so excited for the opportunity to provide our students and their families with free access to the recreation centres in partnership with the City of Red Deer! Sign out our *Family ALL Access Recreation Pass, available for all families to borrow and valid for all drop-in activities, at all of the city’s recreation centres. To borrow the Family Recreation Pass and to check availability, fill out an appointment slot on the Booking Calendar. In the notes section, you must indicate the full name of your child who will be picking it up at the Learning Commons. Booking Calendar link shorturl.at/vEN39 .
The pass will be signed out on a first come first served basis, and must be returned within 24 hours for the next booking (ex. Signed out Monday and returned the next day, Tuesday morning). If the pass is signed out on a Friday it can be used for the weekend and returned Monday. If you would like to sign it out for two consecutive weekdays, you will need to make two consecutive bookings. Read the full details here shorturl.at/kmyX2
Please familiarize yourself with the City of Red Deer’s Restriction Exemption Program before booking.
Community Recreation and Resources
Community Recreation and Resources
211 Alberta phone service is now available province-wide! You can dial 2-1-1 from anywhere, anytime in Alberta to access the free, confidential service connecting you to community, government, social and health resources.
211 Alberta phone service is now available province-wide! You can dial 2-1-1 from anywhere, anytime in Alberta to access the free, confidential service connecting you to community, government, social and health resources.
#JustContact211 #alberta #HelpStartsHere #MaketheRightCall @211Alberta
#JustContact211 #alberta #HelpStartsHere #MaketheRightCall @211Alberta
Sports and outdoor recreation are important for our physical and mental well-being and often lead to friendships and connections to community that last a lifetime. The following groups assist eligible families to access recreation throughout the year:
Canadian Tire Jump Start : http://jumpstart.canadiantire.ca
Kid Sport: http://www.kidsportcanada.ca
City of Red Deer Fee Assistance Program: Contact any City of Red Deer Recreation Facility
The YMCA will also offer a discount or sponsor a student for families who qualify.
If you would like a list of these groups or require support applying for these programs please contact Ms. Masson or Mrs. Swinston.
Click the image above for a collection of community resources.
Red Deer Events https://www.reddeerevents.ca/Events
Visit your internet provider's website or download their app for more information on parental controls and limiting internet access.
Visit your internet provider's website or download their app for more information on parental controls and limiting internet access.
School Nutrition Programs
School Nutrition Programs
Breakfast Program
Breakfast Program
Our Breakfast Program is funded by the Government of Alberta School Nutrition Program and community parish members to provide a hot breakfast every morning to hungry students who haven't had breakfast. Breakfast programs ensure that all students have reliable access to nutritious food in a safe and supportive environment, in order to positively impact health and learning.
Our Breakfast Program is funded by the Government of Alberta School Nutrition Program and community parish members to provide a hot breakfast every morning to hungry students who haven't had breakfast. Breakfast programs ensure that all students have reliable access to nutritious food in a safe and supportive environment, in order to positively impact health and learning.
School lunches are available through the Mustard Seed
School lunches are available through the Mustard Seed
The Mustard Seed School Lunch Program ensures youth experiencing poverty receive a healthy and nutritious lunch throughout the school year. To register your child for this program, contact Mrs. Swinston at cathy.swinston@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave at message at extension 290154.
The Mustard Seed School Lunch Program ensures youth experiencing poverty receive a healthy and nutritious lunch throughout the school year. To register your child for this program, contact Mrs. Swinston at cathy.swinston@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave at message at extension 290154.
President Choice Children's Charity Snack Program
President Choice Children's Charity Snack Program
Our PC School Nutrition Grant allows us to provide each classroom with a bin of shelf-stable snacks to ensure students experiencing poverty have access to a mid-morning snack. President Choices believe access to good food and food education provides the foundation, so children can learn and grow, improving their well-being, making a positive contribution to the world around them – now, and in the future.
Our PC School Nutrition Grant allows us to provide each classroom with a bin of shelf-stable snacks to ensure students experiencing poverty have access to a mid-morning snack. President Choices believe access to good food and food education provides the foundation, so children can learn and grow, improving their well-being, making a positive contribution to the world around them – now, and in the future.
Salvation Army Weekend Student Backpack Meal Program
Salvation Army Weekend Student Backpack Meal Program
The Weekend Feeding program has been developed for children who are experiencing severe food insecurity. For more information contact Ms. Masson at julie.masson@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave a message at extension 290154.
The Weekend Feeding program has been developed for children who are experiencing severe food insecurity. For more information contact Ms. Masson at julie.masson@rdcrs.ca or call the school at 403-346-0505 and leave a message at extension 290154.
School Counsellors: Mrs. Lynch & Mrs. Fleming
School Counsellors: Mrs. Lynch & Mrs. Fleming
Contact: wendy.lynch@rdcrs.ca & cari.fleming@rdcrs.ca, extension 290156
Contact: cathy.swinston@rdcrs.ca & julie.masson@rdcrs.ca, extension 290154
190 Glendale Boulevard Red Deer, Alberta T4P 2P7 Phone: 403-346-0505 Fax: 403-347-0365 www.stteresaschool.ca
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