Daily Admin Update
Day 6
Weekend Addition
It is Saturday and we do not have any school today and tomorrow. These newsletters are not just about school though it is about community so even when we are off from school we are dedicated to sending you information and resources. Feel free to email me with any information that you might need so I can include it.
We are new at this whole online thing and are working hard to make it just right for you and yours. Please let the teachers know directly if you need more or less work, they will appreciate the feedback and adjust appropriately. We are all in this together as a CoOp.
Once again, if you and your family are in a place of need do not hesitate to reach out. We are a community that will hold each other up during difficult times. I am sending you healthy thoughts and lots of love. I miss your faces!
Next week is a conference week, school will be released at 12:30 pm Tuesday -Friday. Middle school students will complete their reflective conferences at the end of the year.
We Have Changed Our Closure Date
Sounds daunting, it was a recommendation from the county to not put a date as none of us fully understand how this will play out. This way we will not have to continually change dates.
We are committed to keeping you informed.
Six utilities across California serving more than 21 million Californians will not shut off customers’ power for non-payment as the coronavirus continues to disrupt daily life.
Take Care
Mindfulness
Whether you practice mindful meditation or simply want to be more aware and in touch with your body and mind, mindfulness has many benefits.
- Mindful meditation – This form of meditation is proven to ease anxiety, depression, and pain. You can try it at home or when you’re out, for instance, on a park bench or in a waiting room chair. Sit comfortably and focus on your breathing. Keep your mind on the present, and try not to let any thoughts about the past or future creep in.
- Controlled breathing – It sounds so simple, but purposeful breathing is good for both your body and mind. It can lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety. Abdominal breathing can help reduce muscle tension and is one of the quickest ways to bring relaxation to your body and mind.
Health can be a walk in the park
If your heart is fit enough for exercise, walking is the easiest way to improve your heart health. Walking has both physical and mental benefits, and it requires nothing more than some comfortable shoes or sneakers. In fact, psychologists studying exercise’s effect on anxiety and depression have found that a 10-minute walk may actually be just as good for your mental health as a 45-minute workout.
Listen up for your health
Silence is golden, but music may be even more valuable. Most people enjoy listening to music but may not know that its effect can be like medicine for the mind. Music can be a stress-buster and a mood-booster and can actually improve your immune system by reducing stress hormones.
Unplug
Technology offers us so many conveniences, but it also can cause a lot of stress and become a distraction from the things you really want to do. Text messages, emails, and social media can be time-consuming and overwhelming, especially when you feel pressured to respond to everything that comes your way.
Set aside a few hours each day to break free from technology and unwind. You may even want to have one screen-free day every week. This off-duty time can do wonders to help you relax and enjoy some good old-fashioned face-to-face time with family and friends.
Talk to yourself
When things get stressful, do you start to panic? With a little practice, you can learn to talk yourself into a calmer state. For instance, instead of saying to yourself, “I can’t deal with this,” try telling yourself, “I’ll do the best I can.” Here are some other negative statements that may be familiar to you, as well as the things you can say to change your outlook:
- Instead of saying, “I feel overwhelmed and alone,” try saying, “If I need to, I can always find someone to help me.”
- Instead of saying, “Everything is going wrong all at once,” try saying, “I will try to fix things one step at a time.”
- Instead of saying, “I’m worried that nothing will work out,” try saying, “I’ve dealt with stress before and everything will be okay.”
The mind-body connection is a powerful one. A peaceful state of mind is essential for a healthy heart, so don’t forget to relax and make reducing stress a top priority.
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