We're in this Together

Good Morning Students,

Because we're all in this together, school counselors and other employees are keeping an eye on what different school districts are doing to support kids.  Where necessary we borrow resources or ideas to create supports for our own kids. 

Today I am grateful for a little support and am borrowing from Wayzata Public schools in Minnesota.  The staff there have created a beautiful virtual calming room for their students to enjoy.  Please feel free to check it out here. 

My thoughts are very scattered today, and I am feeling that I don't have a lot to give this morning, so I am grateful for my unknown colleagues around the country and those that I do know in our own building that offered a little support at just the right time.   

As I teach you all, it's best for us as humans to recognize our emotions, figure out the best way to address it with a tool, and give ourselves time and space to care for ourselves.  Today I am needing a little faith, so I went looking for some inspiration which I figured I'd share with you. 

 FAITH is sitting in the middle of the STORM OF YOUR LIFE and still being able to close your eyes and PICTURE THE SUNNY SKIES STILL being able to FEEL THE BETTER days coming, despite the storm all around you. THAT’S FAITH! – Fearless Motivation

Have a good Wednesday everyone!
Mrs. Hempey





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