https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji Made with ♥ en-us 2022-04-09 22:06:10 UTC 2022-04-10 22:18:50 UTC hello@padlet.com JasmineWillThompson https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2137653064 The American Pyschological Association (APA) reports that 81% of Gen Z teens have experience more intense stress during the COVID-19 pandemic (APA,2020). Teens as well as children have had to adapt to being away from school and distancing themselves from others with practically no warning. On top of social distancing, students have had to abruptly prepare to learn online. It has been said that some students do well online but there are also students who need physical one on one help and that did not happen during COVID. Since there is not a manual to help solve the gap in learning, mental health disparities and so many areas, the duty falls into the lap of the school counselor as well as other leaders to improve the quality of life for the students as best as possible. ]]> 2022-04-09 22:35:46 UTC https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2137653064 JasmineWillThompson https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2137663602 The target grade level for this advocacy issue will be high school/secondary students (grades 9-12). This issue will focus on all 4 grade levels.]]> 2022-04-09 23:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2137663602 JasmineWillThompson https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2137723557 Teach One Reach One address the mental challenges through mindfulness and meditation as well workshops that teach how to use the techniques to become a better person. Students have already learned how to cope with anxiety or depression so teaching them practical tools can give them a better outlet instead of shouting down or having behavioral issues. "A new study suggests that mindfulness education — lessons on techniques to calm the mind and body — can reduce the negative effects of stress and increase students’ ability to stay engaged, helping them stay on track academically and avoid behavior problems" (Harvard School of Education, 2019). ]]> 2022-04-10 01:59:43 UTC https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2137723557 JasmineWillThompson https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138288144 American Psychological Association (APA) (2020). Stress in America, 2020: A National Mental Health Crisis. Available at: https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2020/report-october (Accessed January 20, 2021).

Making time for mindfulness. Harvard Graduate School of Education. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2022, from https://www.gse.harvard.edu/news/uk/19/01/making-time-mindfulness ]]> 2022-04-10 21:47:53 UTC https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138288144 JasmineWillThompson https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138293501 For the 2021-2022 school year, students will spend 15-20 minutes during Athletics/ Physical Education practicing mindfulness or meditations before going to their next class. Setting this rule, will eliminate stress and anxiety of the day. By creating this rule, students will have another way to release nervous energy. ]]> 2022-04-10 21:57:31 UTC https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138293501 JasmineWillThompson https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138300960  Highlights
-M 1. Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/emotional and physical well-being
 - M 2. Sense of acceptance, respect, support and inclusion for self and others in the school environment 
- M 5. Belief in using abilities to their fullest to achieve high quality results and outcomes 
- B-SMS 7. Effective coping skills 
-B-SMS 8. Balance of school, home and community activities ]]> 2022-04-10 22:09:40 UTC https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138300960 JasmineWillThompson https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138305603 Key Stakeholders
Teachers-teaching students about mindfulness/meditation and how to utilize it
Parents-be in support of child and school as students learn different methods of coping with the duties assigned to them. 
School Counselors-provide services to support all areas of health in order to maintain success in school.
Administers-support programs as well as participate and give feedback.]]> 2022-04-10 22:18:44 UTC https://padlet.com/JasmineWillThompson/icw9fowcixxxy7ji/wish/2138305603