JISD Social Emotional Learning
Welcome Class Catalyst -A Tool for our K-12 JISD Students
Parents and Students Class Catalyst is new to Judson ISD
Judson Staff Information
Hello Wonderful Judson Staff,
Happy Friday, and welcome to your first Friday message from Mindful Practices. A friendly reminder that I will be your SEL Specialist for the year. Please reach out with any questions or feedback, and thank you again for those of you who attended the PD earlier this week - we are so excited for you all to get Class Catalyst and SEL On Demand up and running! Our SEL Theme of the Month is Building Trust & Connection as we wrap up the last week of September.
If you were not able to attend the Mindful Practices Class Catalyst and SEL On Demand PD and info session on Tuesday or Wednesday, please find the recording to watch the PD HERE.
As noted in the PD, thanks to your district's partnership with Mindful Practices this school year, we invite you all to join us for our optional 3-part Yoga Workshop Series for FREE. Session details and sign up link can be found HERE.
* Tuesday, 9/29 from 4-5:30pm CDT- Establishing a yoga, mindfulness, and movement routine for your remote classroom
*Note: we realize this has already passed for you; please still feel free to join us for the next two sessions!
*Tuesday 10/6 from 4-5:30pm CDT -Yoga and mindfulness tools to combat student fear and anxiety
*Tuesday 10/13 from 4-5:30pm CDT -Yoga and mindfulness for adult self-care and well-being
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at erin.daugherty@mindfulpractices.us
CLASS CATALYST INSIGHTS for Teachers and Staff
We are excited for the first week for staff and students are engaging with the SEL Platform! Vienna created a Judson next steps and FAQ sheet to help answer questions about setting up your classes and engaging with Class Catalyst.
Friendly reminder that NEW activities launched last week and the ‘Watch Word’ Notifications went live on Monday, 9/28. Click here for details on the tool updates.
We will continue to be hosting office hours for staff who would like to connect and get their Class Catalyst questions answered live- please reach out to support@classcatalyst.com for the link.
Additionally, please send any questions about Class Catalyst or tech needs to support@classcatalyst.com
Judson Staff SEL ON DEMAND CALENDAR
Your weekly schedule can be found here under the Week 4 Tab at the bottom of the spreadsheet. Please click the links to be taken directly to the SEL On Demand library and automatically play the video.
· This week for K-2, we’re highlighting TIPPIE TOE BREATH and MIND VACATION. These self-awareness activities help students build resilience and body awareness.
· This week for 3-5, we’re highlighting 12 PART BREATH and MINDFUL LINE DRAWING. These exercises focus on breathwork to cool down and relax, and building resilience.
· This week for 6-12, we’re highlighting MINDFUL LINE DRAWING and SILENT PRACTICE. These activities bring body and self-awareness both through breath work and allowing students to express emotions and build resilience.
For how-to instructions to access SEL On Demand, please find a step-by-step tutorial here.
Any feedback for SEL On Demand Content? We’d love to hear from you and we’re always adding to our library!
Live SEL on Demand for Staff and Parents Sept.29th -October 9th - All Sessions are recorded for viewing at your convenience
Tuesday, September 29th Morning Mindfulness:Early Childhood & Elementary @ 9:00 - 9:30 CT
Tuesday, September 29th Family Read Aloud Night 7:00pm CT
Thursday, October 1st -Morning Mindfulness: Middle & High School @9:00 - 9:30 CT
Friday, October 2nd Town Hall: Get To Know Class Catalyst 9:00am CT
Tuesday, October 6th Morning Mindfulness: Early Childhood & Elementary @ 9:00 - 9:30 CT
Wednesday, October 7th Morning Mindfulness: Parent Mindfulness 9:00am CT
Thursday, October 8th Morning Mindfulness: Middle & High School @8:00 - 8:30 CT
Friday, October 9th Town Hall: Ask a Trauma Therapist 9:00 am CT
EDUCATOR SELF-CARE/WELL-BEING TIP
The wisest mind has something yet to learn. ~ George Santayana
Sometimes the word productivity can feel like a straight jacket or a taskmaster. Being constantly “productive” can drive us into the ground if we let it. This week, we challenge you to allow yourself a few moments of feeling “unproductive.” Do something that is completely unmotivated by what you have to show for it at the end. Get creative! Have fun! Let loose!
A reminder Mindful Practice staff Erin is available to offer support in any way I can so please don’t hesitate to reach out. erin.daugherty@mindfulpractices.us
Judson ISD Guidance and Counseling Department
Email: mgarcia083@judsonisd.org
Website: https://www.judsonisd.org/Page/16454
Location: 8205 Palisades Drive
Phone: 2109455215
Twitter: @Mgarcia_JISD