June 2023 - Preparing for Change
Mental Health Month was fun and exciting at Glendon School. We had many spirit days such as jersey day and Star Wars day. "A smoothie per day keeps the grumpiness away" was our moto when serving smoothies to everyone in the school. Hats on for Mental Health was also a day we promoted, and chalk the walk was a hit as well. A mental health coloring contest resulted in 9 different winners, one in all the grades that participated; they each received a little gift with things such as fidgets, concession cards and more.
This month we are focusing on Preparing for Change. At Glendon school, this means that we are focusing on preparing for the transition into summer break and for life after high school for our grads and future graduates.
Sometimes, life changes are inevitable but that does not make them any easier to manage.
Here are links on how to prepare for change, and how to help kids handle changes.
Helping Kids Handle Change at School
For more resources, check out the Preparing for Change page of the NLPS website.
If you would like me to connect with your child or your family, you can contact me at the school at 780-635-3881 or natalie.heffner@nlsd.ab.ca
I want to take this time to wish you all a wonderful summer break!!!!
I know that summer breaks can be difficult for some, so if you feel yourself struggling, please reach out to someone.
Kids Help phone line 1-800-668-6868
Mental Health Helpline 1-877-303-2642
Canada Suicide Prevention Services 1-833-456-4566
I am looking forward to seeing you all next year!
- Mrs. Heffner