Conquistador Corner
Arroyo Seco Junior High School -- April 24, 2020
Staff Stuff
Seco Family,
Thank you to Team Odyssey for providing the fun and inspirational daily emails during spring break to help all of us stay connected.
Thank you Rachael for the Weekly Wellness. Check out the resources in the Seco Scoop as well.
Don't forget to sign up if you want to obtain needed materials from your classroom this coming Tuesday, April 28. I look forward to seeing many of you (from a safe social distance).
Remember that progress report grades are due Monday.
Thank you for all of your efforts on behalf of our students. I miss you! Have a great weekend.
National Library Week
Administrative Professionals Day
Weekly Wellness
April’s habit of the month is “Ride the Waves of Change” and the disposition is “Perseverance”
Think about the things you’ve complained (or worried) about recently (or wanted to complain about)and think about whether it falls in your sphere of control or your influence. If it falls within neither sphere, then it’s outside your control. The idea of the spheres of control and influence is simple: Classifying our complaints and worries into those we can control, those we can influence, and those we can’t control is a step towards using our energy wisely. The clarity that can emerge can free up a lot of emotional energy and help us see that we have more agency than we think. It also allows us to really focus and address the question, Where do I put my energy?
There are different different types of unwanted change we experience throughout our lives. Most of us deal with lots of the small-to-medium-size changes and a few of the massive ones. As you ride the waves of these changes, consider what might be possible if you aim to thrive, not just survive. It is possible to keep your eyes set on the potential to become more resilient by applying four principles that will help you manage unwanted change and possibly thrive it its aftermath:
Slow down - Many people react too fast and do too much. Slow down so that you can think clearly.
Evaluate and analyze the situation - Take time to really look at the change through different lenses. This can help you gain perspective and insight into how to better respond to what’s happening.
Use your energy where it counts - There is only so much time in a day and so much energy to expend. When you accept those limits, then the focus of your energy shifts and you can use it in a way that counts-a way that is meaningful, resonant, productive, and aligned to your core values. Ask yourself what really matters
Be open to different outcomes.
Remember change is about learning! If you want people to change or if you are asked to respond to change, growth is required. In order to grow, you need to learn,
-Elena Aguilar, Onward
Emotional Support
There's a lot that's gone on this school year, but you don't have to go through it alone. Even though we aren't on campus there still support available for students, parents, AND staff. Whether you need to vent, you need coping strategies, suggestions or just someone to talk to, our team is here to help. Meet our support team:
- School Social Worker - Ira Rounsaville: Supports students, parents and staff
- School Social Worker Intern - Mayda Thornton: Supports students and parents; Spanish speaking
- Seminar Teacher - Rachael Senen: Supports students
Click this link to request support. https://forms.gle/m3U2r2bUKnQxTi619
Please reach out to us. We're happy to help!
Arroyo Seco Junior High School
Email: akeyne@hartdistrict.org
Website: www.arroyosecojuniorhigh.org
Phone: 661-296-0991