Our House Annoucements
October 11th, 2020
We Belong Here!
Hello Falcons!
This week's edition is includes a message from Ms. Stromberg on Coping with Anxiety and a video about Teens and Anxiousness , The Mindful Minute and the Benefits of Silence a Social/Emotional Lesson from Thrively on Time Management and Multi-tasking during virtual learning, and Information on Upcoming Parent Events,
With Kindness,
Ms. Bohn, Mr. Lightner, Ms. Stromberg, and Mr. Tahapary
Jocbethem Tahapary: A-Le jtahapary@powayusd.com
Kenya Bohn: Li - Z ebohn@powayusd.com
Andrew Lightner: alightner@powayusd.com
Student Services Specialist: Sandra Stromberg sstromberg@powayusd.com
OVMS Counseling Canvas 2020-21
You'll need to be a student or observer of your student's canvas site to view the link.
Student Support Services' Corner
Here is a message about anxiety from Ms. Stromberg, followed up by a short video
What can you do?
Acknowledge that you’re anxious
Remind yourself that anxiety is simply and emotional reaction, and you can start to accept it.
ACKNOWLEDGE – PAUSE-REFLECT-RESPOND
1. Dial down the volume: Calm your breathing 5 4 3 2 1
2. Stay Active
3. Make a Change
4. Take time for yourself
5. Laugh- “The human race has one really effective weapon, and that is laughter” Mark Twain
Other helpful tips:
Practice Gratitude - IT INTERUPTS ANXIETY!
Mindful Minute-Sound of Silence
Social Emotional Lesson-Time Management and Multi-Tasking
To access Thrively please click on the link below
https://www.thrively.com/login/school/46048
Once prompted, enter your username and password which are the following
Username: Student Id Number (ex:1234567)
Password: qx1fpv
Once you are in you will be prompted to change your password. If you have logged in before, please use the last password you created. Feel free to look around.
Once you are logged in click on the link below.
https://www.thrively.com/lesson/detail/time-management?sharer=1644834
This actively should take you less than 20 minutes.
PUSD Parent Courses
Poway Unified has 2 parent education workshops being offered next month online through Zoom.
The fliers is located below with more information and the cost for the course. Parents are able to enroll and pay online at Poway Adult School for the classes they are interested in attending!
Please visit our website for the parent education workshops that will be coming up at https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Parents/Active-Parenting. Parents can view and enroll in the courses they are interested in!
· NEW Parenting LGBTQIAP2 + Children – All Grades
LGBTQIAP2+ -- A list of initials, numbers, and symbols that describes a vibrant community of individuals keeps changing. The dynamic nature of the list, while potentially confusing, reflects the ongoing efforts of the community to both represent and welcome individuals with unique and evolving ways of defining themselves with regard to biological sex, gender identity, romantic attraction, sexuality, spirituality, and advocacy. Participate in a conversation focused on parenting and caregiving LGBTQIAP2+ children.
Monday, October 12th from 6:30pm-8:00pm Online Course via Zoom
Class fee: $16/individual or $27/couple
· Preparing Positively for Puberty – TK-8th Grade
We can prepare our children for puberty by teaching them what to expect as their bodies transition from childhood to adulthood. Learn how to break down "the big puberty talk" into tiny talks that are more comfortable for both caregivers and children. Participants will review resources such as books and web sites that can simplify the process of starting a tiny talk. Activities that can promote a positive and practical attitude toward this important life stage will be discussed.
Monday, October 26th from 6:30pm-8:00pm Online Course via Zoom
Class fee: $16/individual or $27/couple
Please note, scholarships are available to parents who may be in need. Parent can contact the Caring Connections Center for more information.
Thank you for supporting PUSD Parent Education!
Parent Technology Presentation Week 2
COVID 19 Resources
Your Oak Valley Counseling Team
Jocbethem Tahapary: A-Le jtahapary@powayusd.com
Kenya Bohn: Li - Z ebohn@powayusd.com
Andrew Lightner: alightner@powayusd.com
Counseling Assistant: Belinda Pagaduan bpagaduan@powayusd.com
Student Services Specialist: Sandra Stromberg sstromberg@powayusd.com
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK
The Access & Crisis Line San Diego 1-888-724-7240
The Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741.
California Warmline: 1-855-845-7415
Text TEEN to 83986