The word of the month is Gratitude.   Parents can help develop an attitude of gratitude with a variety of simple activities.  Click on the link below to learn more.

Click here to view an article about fostering an attitude of gratitude.

“Laughter and tears can cleanse the mind.”

   (unknown)

How are you feeling today?

School is underway and many students commonly experience anxiety.  Anxiety is a feeling of mingled dread and apprehension about the future without specific cause for the fear.  These feelings and fears create stress for children that in turn create roadblocks for school attendance, making friends and learning.  Teaching children deep breathing and relaxation exercises can help students cope with anxiety and stress.

Click here for relaxation script
(from Ready, Set Relax by Jeffrey S. Allen, M.Ed. and Roger J. Klein, Psy.D.)