The mission of the Office of Prevention & Wellness is to empower @PLSD students to use their strengths and skills to reach their full potential. #PLSDProud
Happy 2025!
If New Year's Resolutions don't work for you, but you're interested in setting some goals or intentions for the year, try one of these options shared by our District Wellness Committee instead. @PLSD
A successful school year starts at home.
So to all the parents, caregivers, and family members helping students get ready for the new school year: Thank you!
#ThankYouThursday#BackToSchool#FirstDayOfSchool
The new school year comes with lots of new experiences, tasks, and responsibilities. This means that students may be excited or anxious to come to school.
Check out some tips from @KidsMHF for helping your student/s avoid school avoidance.
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@PLSD 's 2024-2025 school year is almost here! It's normal for students to be a bit nervous as they anticipate the new school year ahead. To help parents/guardians, here are some tips as the new school year approaches.
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When schools provide mental health support for students:
📚 Academic outcomes improve
⬇️ Discipline referrals are reduced
🧑🎓 Both attendance & graduation rates increase
Here's how schools can support students' mental well-being: https://t.co/JvTdA0BBbP #MondayMotivation
@PLSD May 16th is #MentalHealthActionDay , a reminder to move from awareness to action to promote mental health.
Steps can be big or small:
-Practice gratitude
-Volunteer
-Engage in random acts of kindness
-Practice mindfulness
-Seek help
@samhsagov
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Talking with kids about their mental health can be challenging at times. To help, NAMI offers Meet Little Monster, a free mental health coloring & activity book to help children express & explore their feelings in a fun & creative way!
Also available in Spanish. Download at https://t.co/POwx2cF4h4
If you're reading this, it's because a teacher helped you learn & grow.
So if you're reading this, find a way to say "Thank you" to a teacher today.
To all of the teachers who have made a difference in our lives: THANK YOU!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek#TAW24#ThankATeacher
Knowing the signs of mental health issues in children & teens can help us provide needed care & support. Early diagnosis & treatment can save lives!
These signs can help determine if someone is experiencing a mental health condition: https://t.co/c5LmYsxeew #MHAM2024
Want a challenge during #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth ?
@PreventionAA created this great prevention calendar with challenges to complete each day. It's never too late to start! @PLSD
Start Mental Health Month strong with our May 2024 Prevention Calendar! 🧠
Join us in daily activities tailored to nurture mental wellness throughout #MentalHealthMonth. 🌱
Explore the resources now: https://t.co/3CVOP5AkCq
May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth—a great time to check in on yourself & your loved ones. If you or someone in your life needs help, confidential support & treatment options are available. #MHAM24
💚 Help yourself & share to help others: https://t.co/jTAO1Q7SjI
Today kicks off #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth! Let's continue to raise awareness, start conversations, and prioritize self-care. Remember, your mental health matters every day.
Visit https://t.co/nb1QNcq28I for resources and more. #MHAM2024
May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
Our friends at @nationwidekids and the @KidsMHF#OnOurSleeves provide many resources for promoting mental health among students and children.
Check out this article about ways to start conversations with kids. @PLSD
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April is National Stress Awareness Month.
@charliehealth
provides a quick guide to stress management including: (1) what causes stress (2) how to identify stress (3) what to do if you're feeling stressed And other important topics
https://t.co/Auv0ptFutH
It's only fitting that #SELDay is at the end of #SaySomethingWeek
Building students' social-emotional learning (SEL) skills can:
1) support academic success
2) help students regulate their emotions
3) promote a positive & safe school culture and climate
https://t.co/jblQXv4rqv
This week we celebrate our student upstanders and trusted adults through #SaySomethingWeek
This week reminds us to:
(1) Recognize the signs
(2) Act immediately and take it seriously
(3) Say something to a trusted adult
@PLSD staff, don't forget to wear your pins this week!
Happy National School Counseling Week to our amazing @PLSD School Counselors! Thank you for all you do to help our students and staff succeed every day. #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
Don't forget to say an extra special thank you to your School Counselors this week! #NSCW24