It's so hard to believe that we have almost made it to Winter Break. Only 4 more alarm clocks until rest and relaxation (until you remember only 10 days left to do shopping). This week, the Student Leadership Team celebrated their hard work with a Winter Break Party. I am so impressed with the time and dedication these students have put in. This is one of the most creative groups I've been able to work with. They are constantly coming up with new ideas on how to support RES. They definitely deserve some pizza and sugar! Great first half of the year, team! I'm looking forward to seeing these students develop even more next semester. They really are leaders within our school.
December can be an extremely stressful time of year for some of us; emotionally, physically and financially. When dealing with all the hussle and bussle of the season, try to keep the most important things to your immediate family, at the top of your list. Families want their holidays to be a happy and memorable time, especially for the children. It is important to remember that a family needs to find time to relax and enjoy this wonderful time of year. Here are some ways to reduce stress for the entire family:
Have a safeand happy holiday season! Sincerely, The Dunlap Elementary Counseling Team For more information visit “Children feel holiday stress too: Learn the signs, and take some simple steps to ease the tension”. The Chronicle (Dec 20, 2013) http://www.chroniclenewspaper.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20131220/NEWS01/131229996/-1/news/Children-feel-holiday-stress-too |
AuthorMy name is Jen Dando. I'm the school counselor at Ridgeview Elementary School. Posted here will be monthly updates about the school-wide initiatives taking place at RES. Every month the counseling program will be focusing on a special topic! Archives
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