I want to share an article from Education Week about “Kids' Mental Health Can Decline in the Summer.” It poses the question of what can schools do to help. https://www.edweek.org/leadership/kids-mental-health-can-decline-in-the-summer-what-schools-can-do-to-help/2023/08 We have always discussed summer learning loss and what schools can do to help address this issue. Many schools have stepped up to address learning … Continue reading Kids Mental Health
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Navigating the Depths of Emotions: A Reflection on Suicide and Support Systems
The journey of life is an intricate tapestry, woven with moments of joy, sorrow, love, and challenges. Amongst these diverse threads, some experiences are harder to discuss than others, but they are equally essential to address. Suicide, a subject that often remains shrouded in silence, is one of those difficult topics that we must confront. … Continue reading Navigating the Depths of Emotions: A Reflection on Suicide and Support Systems
We Can With Two Rules-Wednesday 14
An article in Education Week, provides a look at teacher biases and school culture in shaping discipline. Research has consistently shown that racial disparities exist in school discipline, with Black and Latino students facing harsher and more frequent disciplinary actions compared to their white counterparts. A study published in December 2022 shed light on the … Continue reading We Can With Two Rules-Wednesday 14
We Can with Two Rules Wednesday 12
Schools Out for Summer-But Learning never stops! Let me help! The graduations have been held, the report cards have been given and everyone is ready for summer vacation! The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible impact on society, affecting individuals on personal, academic, and societal levels. The resulting stressors have significantly impacted the mental health … Continue reading We Can with Two Rules Wednesday 12
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Two Rules: Feeling Safe-Feeling Good
The alarming statistics of school shootings in recent years highlight the urgent need to address the underlying issues that lead to such tragedies. While debates about gun rights and school safety measures are important, it is equally crucial to focus on prevention strategies that can make a lasting impact. One approach to promoting a safer … Continue reading Two Rules: Feeling Safe-Feeling Good
We Can with Two Rules Wednesday 8
Two Rules Mental Health awareness is recognized during May. Bringing awareness to mental health is essential, but we must never forget attention remains just a word if we do not follow them up with actions. The mental health needs of our children are at the highest levels they have ever been. There are many reasons … Continue reading We Can with Two Rules Wednesday 8
May=Mental Health Awareness Month
It is okay to not be okay. We all face many difficulties, struggles and things to overcome. Mental Health is so important and everyone needs to work to protect our overall wellness. Did you know when you ask people how they are, they never really tell you how they are? Truth be told, many of … Continue reading May=Mental Health Awareness Month
Thank You NASSP-Five Key Areas to Support Mental Health Crisis
The following is a campaign from NASSP for leaders to actively contact their legislators to take federal actions on five key areas to support the needs of districts to handle the mental health crisis we are experiencing across our nation. Please consider coping these words to use in your communications to legislators, on your social … Continue reading Thank You NASSP-Five Key Areas to Support Mental Health Crisis
A story to tell
To change the lives of others Today marks my anniversary of being diagnosed with breast cancer. It is my first anniversary, and I am cancer free. If you have experienced cancer, you know it is never too far from your mind. At the beginning of the diagnosis, it was all I could think of, and … Continue reading A story to tell