chccsCARES

This is the @chccs School Support and Wellness twitter account.

[chccsCARES @chccsCares]

Thanks PAHS for helping Lincoln Center "Go Green."

[chccsCARES @chccsCares]

It's Mental Health Awareness Month!!
Join the School Support and Wellness Division and Physical Education Department for our '25-Day Challenge' this May, dedicated to promoting mental health and wellness. Day 1- "Breathe IN Breathe OUT"-https://t.co/cXSj2XrvYo

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The CHCCS School Support & Wellness Team invites you to wear green to raise public awareness on the following days:

This Thurs., May 2: "Go Green" to kickoff the month

Thurs. May 9: "Go Green" for Children's Mental Health Awareness Day

[NAMI @NAMICommunicate]

It's our favorite month of the year! Join us this #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth by agreeing to #TakeTheMoment to prioritize your mental health.

Discover our range of signature programs and resources, including NAMI Basics, NAMI Family-to-Family, NAMI Homefront, and more! Learn more about getting engaged this month at https://t.co/uFIgGk8GCz

[Mental Health America @MentalHealthAm]

Having a bad day, week, or month doesn’t mean you’re failing - it’s all a part of the healing process.

We believe in you. 💙

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

Helping Children Manage Emotions Virtual Lunch & Learn

Join the School Support & Wellness Team to learn ideas to help build self-awareness and self-management in your child.

When: Mon., May 6, 12-1 pm

Where: Virtual. Links in bio to join in English or in Spanish.

[chccsCARES @chccsCares]

@chccs Great job CHCCS School Counselors!!

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

HAPPENING TODAY!

CHCCS Pre-K enrollment is open now! Come meet our Pre-K/Head Start staff staff, learn about the program and gain resources!

When: Today, Tues., March 5, 1-7 pm

Where: Kidzu Children’s Museum (201 S. Estes Drive)

More info: https://t.co/vBqeFuf0aG

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

Navigating the US Educational System

The second in a series of virtual workshops hosted by our Family and Community Engagement Department is happening tomorrow, Wed., March 6!

Virtual workshop: 6-7 pm
Optional Q & A session: 7-7:30 pm

More info: https://t.co/9tHqjw9SkW

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

This week, March 3-9, is Nat'l School Social Work Week. This year's theme is #PearlsOfWisdom. Shoutout to our incredible school social workers who create a positive & inclusive environment for students. Please join CHCCS and @TheSSWAA in celebrating our School Social Workers!

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

This week (Mar. 4-8) is Nat'l SEL Week! We join @caselorg, @SEL4USA, @UrbanAssembly & more in advocating for the importance of social & emotional learning. Look for a special msg coming your way for #SELday this Fri., 3/8!

Check out the @chccsCares hub: https://t.co/F0QlpbPvQi

[DeStress Monday @DeStressMonday]

Stress and anxiety overwhelming you? Take a pause this @HealthyMonday! A short walk or a mindful breathing break can work wonders to help restore your calm. https://t.co/DiPQwkRYsr

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

Attendance Matters! As we kick off the second semester, the importance of school attendance becomes even more crucial for our students' success. Listen to CHCCS Nurse Quinn Campbell discuss ways you can support your student with attendance. #AttendanceMatters

[DeStress Monday @DeStressMonday]

Meditation can be a tool to improve your resilience & emotional fortitude, but you have to start small and practice consistently. This @HealthyMonday, adopt a strategy for progressive meditation by building up your ability, minute-by-minute. Here's how: https://t.co/23rFNhQjL4

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

February is Love the Bus Month and this week, Feb. 12-16, is Love The Bus/Bus Driver Appreciation Week! We'd like to give a shout-out to our amazing bus drivers & transportation staff for all you do to support our students and keep them safe. Thank you! ❤🚌

#LoveTheBus @NAPTHQ

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

Day 1: Self Respect

This week (Feb. 12-16) is Random Acts of Kindness Week. Everyone is encouraged to participate in random acts of kindness to demonstrate care & love for others. Stay tuned as we share an activity each day, brought to you by our School Counseling Dept.

[Mental Health America @MentalHealthAm]

Slow down 🐌 and breathe. This exercise, called 4-7-8 breathing, is a #copingskill that can help you relax and regain a sense of calm, especially during moments of high stress and #anxiety.

[Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools @chccs]

The @CHCNAACP Education Committee, the McDougle Elementary Title I Program and the @chpublib are sponsoring a screening of the film "A Right to Read."

- When: Sat., Feb. 10, 1–4 pm
- Where: Chapel Hill Public Library, Meeting Room B
- More info/register: https://t.co/q1UcAMo43O

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

Remind yourself that stress is a visitor and embrace the idea that, just as the seasons change, so too does the flow of stress in your life. Let this understanding guide you toward a peace of mind where stress is acknowledged, but not overwhelming. 🤍

[Stamp Out Stigma @StampStigma]

Being your authentic self is one of the best ways to protect your #mentalhealth. As we celebrate #PrideMonth, learn more and find resources from @MentalHealthAm: https://t.co/lTt6WjAYmO 🏳️‍🌈