PHS PATRIOT 1/27/22
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Principal's Message
Hello Patriots,
Good mental health is so important. This time of the year, statistically, is the most difficult time for many young adolescents and adults. We can help by keeping these five characteristics in mind when checking in on ourselves and friends who might need help. Please reach out to our school counselors and support personnel with possible referrals. The descriptions are below:
1) Personality Change
The person’s personality changes, as noted by sudden or gradual changes in the way they typically behave. This change doesn’t seem to fit the person’s values, or they may just seem different.
2) Agitation
The person is uncharacteristically angry, anxious, agitated or moody. They may have problems controlling their temper, seem irritable, can’t calm down, are unable to sleep, or may explode in anger over a minor problem.
3) Withdrawal
The person isolates or withdraws from family and friends, they stop taking part in activities they used to enjoy, and they fail to make it to work or school. This shouldn’t be confused with reserved or introverted behavior. This is a change in someone’s typical sociability, such as pulling away from their usual social support.
4) Poor Self Care
The person stops taking care of themselves and may engage in risky behavior or display acts of poor judgment. This may include letting personal hygiene deteriorate, abusing alcohol or illicit substances, or engaging in other self-destructive behavior that may alienate loved ones.
5) Hopelessness
The person used to be optimistic but now can’t find anything to be hopeful about. They may be overwhelmed, suffer from extreme or prolonged grief, or have feelings of worthlessness or guilt. They may say the world would be better off without them, suggesting suicidal thinking.
January 28, 2022 - Distance Asynchronous Learning Day
Students will check in with their advisory from 8:00-8:15 am in order to designate student attendance for the day.
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Quarantined Students
Students who need to quarantine will be provided with asynchronous distance learning. All teachers are prepared to have daily assignments and accompanying materials available for students on a regular basis.
It is important that your child check in with Google Classroom and access the necessary lessons. This will make for an easy transition when your child is matriculating back at school. If you have a hardship, please contact your child's school counselor.
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Location: 120 Education Lane, Portsmouth, RI, USA
Phone: 401-683-2124
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