Social-emotional learning is critical to managing anxiety at this time.
“Because if you don’t know how to deal with the lack of control of your future, or the feelings of uncertainty that you’re having, your brain is going to stay in a constant fight or flight mode,” he said. “And if our brain is in fight or flight mode, then it’s not in learning mode.” (Marc Bracket, Yale – Edweek article)
7-12 Additional Activities
For Students – Ep. 2 On Boredom (8 min)
7-12 Resources
5 Ways to help teens Manage Anxiety about the Coronavirus
Resources to support student mental health during school closures
Maintaining Your Emotional Immunity During Covid-19
Supporting Teens and Adults during the Coronavirus Crisis
Emotional Resilience During the Coronavirus
How Teenagers Can Protect Their Mental Health During Coronavirus
Checking in on Your Teenager’s Mood During the Covid-19 Pandemic
A Parent’s Guide for Meeting the Challenge During the Covid-19 Pandemic
7-12 Student Support
Ottawa County Suicide Prevention Resources
Middle School
Contact Shana Woodwyk – Middle School Counselor
Contact Aaron West – Middle School Principal
Contact Kristi Kortman – Social Worker
High School
Contact Julia Wagner – High School Counselor
Contact Ann Henke – High School Counselor
Contact Naomi Van Singel – High School Counselor
Contact Kristi Kortman – Social Worker
Contact Mike Gilchrist – High School Principal
Contact Ben Armey – High School Assistant Principal