As we all faced the pandemic, the ripple effect across the country continues with mixed messages on what to expect. Will we go back to “normal?” What is that anyway? Everyone has a different opinion. It is not clear moving forward what will happen in education, the business world, or travel. The vaccine is being … Continue reading Hope, Do you have it? Can you teach it?
Tag: #MentalHealth
Thought for the day
One of my former Superintendent’s arrived early to work, and I did too. I would send out a “Monday Morning Message” of inspiration. He would usually be one of the first to receive it. Sometimes he would call my office, email me or call me down to talk about items for the week and my … Continue reading Thought for the day
Through the window
“The good things in life are better with you in it.” These are the words on the heart sitting on the ledge of the window next to my chair. I love to sit in my chair and watch the clouds, blue skies, birds flying, rain as it waters the grass, or snowflakes as they dance … Continue reading Through the window
Message received
Every day, we receive messages from others in many different ways. We also send messages in various ways as well. Managing all of these communications can be overwhelming, but we can also mishandle messages. What we say, the body language we use, and the tones used to send messages to others. I know for myself, … Continue reading Message received
SHARE it is a great way to begin!
Eric Jensen is one of my favorite authors in regard to the topic of addressing poverty. His approach made a great deal of sense to me. Brain based approach to the problem seemed to be the solution! It made sense to me and still does! There are many more layers to resolve and address, but … Continue reading SHARE it is a great way to begin!
March into Monday with purpose!
March right into a month of opportunities as we kick off the first week in March with Read Across America! Tomorrow we will celebrate the birthday of Dr. Suess! To find out more ways to support reading in your schools, communities and homes go to https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/read-across-america Unlock the door to reading, the key to everywhere! … Continue reading March into Monday with purpose!
Wednesday Window Pain…Truth be told
It is now approaching more than an entire year of students, staff, families and communities facing Covid-19 with an interruption/disruption to life/school. Soon it will be spring break, then summer and fall. Will we fall back into the uncertainty of knowing how our children will learn in the next school year? Doors provide shelter and … Continue reading Wednesday Window Pain…Truth be told
Thoughtful…Thoughts on a Thursday
#Bethesolutiindaily What do you want out of life? What do you want to be when you grow up? What are you going to do when you graduate from high school? I am sure you have been asked these questions or asked them, but are they the right questions? Let's give a little thought to them … Continue reading Thoughtful…Thoughts on a Thursday
Finding Focus for Solutions- Suicide Prevention
Is the Pandemic Fueling A rise In Suicide Attempts Among kids? Shots-Health News: NPR A cluster of suicides in Las Vegas, plus a troubling rise in youth suicide attempts observed in ER nationwide, is raising fears that the pandemic is fueling a children’s mental health crisis- Read on at https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/02/02/962060105/child-psychiatrists-warn-that-the-pandemic-may-be-driving-up-kids-suicide-risk?s=09 Suicide Prevention is a priority … Continue reading Finding Focus for Solutions- Suicide Prevention