EMS Counselor's Corner
September 2017
What's Happening In September
Peer Leadership Applications- Due September 5th
The Peer Leadership Team is an opportunity for interested students to work with the staff, the community, and one another to help build and sustain a positive and productive school culture at EMS. Applications are due September 5th by the end of the day.
National Read A Book Day - September 6th
It is time to turn off the television and other electronics and enjoy the relaxation of reading.
National Day Of Encouragement - September 12th
This day is dedicated to uplifting people around us and making a positive impact.
You can high five someone, tell someone “great job” if they deserve it, contact a family member or a friend you haven’t talked to for a while, help your friends along if they need it. And don’t forget to smile because a sincere smile is one of the most encouraging things in the world.
Shoes 4 The Shoeless - September 27th
Eaton Community Schools will be partnering with S4TS to provide new, properly fitting gym shoes and socks to those who may need it. Students will bring more information home about the event! In the meantime, check out their site for more information.
Volunteers Needed!
Thanks!
National Suicide Prevention Week
"Take a minute, save a life".
Experts believe that most suicidal individuals do not want to die. They just want to end the pain they are experiencing. Experts also know that suicidal crises tend to be brief, so when detected early, lives can be saved.
Warning Signs:
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Anxiety, agitation, trouble sleeping
- Expressions of having no reason for living
- Feelings of being trapped
- Increase alcohol and/or drug use
- Withdrawal from friends and family
- Rage
- Dramatic mood swings
- Giving away prized possessions
There are services available in our community for the assessment and treatment of suicidal behaviors and their underlying causes:
- Text the keyword "4hope" to 741741 and expect a reply from a trained Crisis Counselor within five minutes. Your message is confidential, anonymous and secure
- 1.866.532.3097 - 24/7 Crisis Line
- 937.456.6827 - Preble County Mental Health & Recovery Board
- 937.456.1915 - Samaritan Behavioral Health
EMS Rocks
Anyone can particapte. You paint a rock. You can paint a picture, positive message, the options are endless. After your rock is painted, then you hide it in areas around EMS. On the back of the rock, you paint EMS Rocks in order to show our school spirit.
We encourage you to share pictures about rocks you painted, hid, and/or have found.
Some people just find rocks, some just paint rocks and some do both. All forms of participation are welcome! If you find a rock, it's your to keep, leave or re-hide...Finder's Choice!
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Eaton Middle School
Email: hwaugh@eaton.k12.oh.us
Website: http://www.eaton.k12.oh.us/olc/teacher.aspx?s=311
Phone: (937)472-2606