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Woodside K-8 * January 2021
Developing a Growth Mindset
Hello Woodside Cougars!
Welcome to 2021! The New Year is a time to make resolutions. One of the best we can make is to become more aware of our thinking and our student’s thinking. Mindset is an important topic to discuss and practice with your child. As our children grow and experience new challenges, encouraging a growth mindset may be the key to getting them through!
There are two ways we view our personality. One is though a “fixed mindset” which assumes our character, intelligence, and creative ability are fixed and we can’t change in any meaningful way. A “growth mindset” on the other hand, views those qualities as adaptable and can be developed over time.
How can we help our children develop a growth mindset?
1. Praise mindfully
As parents, we need to remember to praise effort, not just outcomes. Praising a child’s process to overcome challenges helps promote a growth mindset. By focusing on the process, it emphasizes the importance of implementing and adapting strategies.
2. Stretch your child’s capabilities
Don’t accept defeat; take every opportunity to stretch your child’s capabilities. When your children recognize that they aren’t capable of solving a problem, use the opportunity to let them explore new methods to resolve the issue.
3. Give honest feedback
Developing a growth mindset can be aided by honest feedback. Children can learn from feedback given by others and by reflecting on experiences. Failure should not stop children from improving, in fact, setbacks should help them find a way forward.
A growth mindset helps children remain confident and encourages self-advocacy, especially in terms of asking for help.
Source: BigLifeJournal.com
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Character Trait: Pride and Perseverance
Pride is a feeling of satisfaction in something that you or someone else has achieved. Perseverance is the continued effort to do or achieve something, even when it is hard. It means never giving up!
Open Enrollment and High School Registration - Ends January 15!
If you would like your student to attend a school other than your current school of residence, you must complete an open enrollment application.
How to apply for the 2021-2022 Open Enrollment Lottery:
Families may submit an Open Enrollment Lottery during the application window, which begins on Monday, December 7, 2020 at 8:00 am and ends on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Parents/legal guardians can submit an Open Enrollment Lottery application for their student through one of the following options:
- Online submission - a link to the online application will be found on this webpage during the Open Enrollment Lottery application submission window. Parents of currently enrolled San Juan Unified School District students may also submit an Open Enrollment Lottery application through Parent Portal during the application window.
- In person submission - During the application window, paper copies of the Open Enrollment application will be available at the San Juan Central enrollment center located at 3700 Garfield Avenue, Carmichael, CA 95608. Families may fill out and submit the Open Enrollment Lottery application in the enrollment center during business hours. Applications will also be available to fill out and submit at any San Juan Unified School District school.
Individual Counseling Referrals through Care Solace
San Juan Unified students, families, and staff can find referrals to pre-screened counseling, mental health, and substance abuse providers through the Care Solace service. This 24x7 service is simple, fast and safe.
Families visit www.caresolace.com/sanjuanfamilies or call (888) 515-0595. There is no cost to use the service and Care Solace can provide referrals for people with private insurance, Medi-Cal, and those without insurance. Costs may incur for the actual services.
Local Food Banks
San Juan Unified Family Resources
Below you will find a list of local food banks along with their website information. It’s important to visit the website for the most current and accurate information. Should you have additional questions, please feel free to reach out to the food banks directly.Sacramento Food Bank
916-456-1980
https://www.sacramentofoodbank.org/
Please click on the link below. Families are able to put in their address in order to look up the food options closest to them. Families should call ahead or visit their website as some agencies may not be operating at this time.
SMUD Energy Assistance Program
Fall 2020 Resource Hub
Get Help
Request for Assistance referral form for social and emotional support, basic needs support and health support.
Virtual Calming Room
Mental Health Resources
If you or your student is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest ER. If you or your student is experiencing a mental health crisis you can visit the Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic during business hours (10AM-10PM weekdays or 10-6 weekends) or call one of the following emergency numbers.
Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic
2130 Stockton Boulevard, Building 300, Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 520-2460
24-Hour Suicide Prevention Crisis Line: (916) 368-3111
National Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255