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)
K-6 Additional Activities
Mindful– Ep. 1 (6 min)
Boredom – Ep. 2 On Boredom (8 min)
K-6 Resources
https://www.parenttoolkit.com/topics/social-and-emotional
37 Techniques to calm an anxious child
Resources to support student mental health during school closures
Maintaining Your Emotional Immunity During Covid-19
Supporting Kids During the Coronavirus Crisis
Emotional Resilience During the Coronavirus
A Parent’s Guide for Meeting the Challenge During the Covid-19 Pandemic
K-6 Student Support
Ottawa County Suicide Prevention Resources
Contact Sandra Smits – Holmes Principal
Contact Shelley Peets – Jeffers Principal
Contact Jon Fitzpatrick – Intermediate Principal
Contact Shana Woodwyk – Intermediate Counselor