RLHS Parent SEL Newsletter
September 2021
What is SEL?
-From CASEL
This year at RLHS, we will be integrating SEL into the daily life of the students. We will be focusing on four elements: The Three R's, Mood Meter, Calm Classroom, and Community Circles. Please see below for additional information on each of these concepts and please reach out if you have any questions.
The Three R's
Mood Meter
Calm Classroom
The students will be using these methods in school, but please engage in these techniques at home as well. Below is a link to one of the breathing techniques, box breathing.
Community Circles
What are Community Circles?
~What was your favorite part of the past week for you?
~If you could be an animal for a day, what would you be and why?
~What is your least favorite subject and why? What is the best way I can support you?
~Who is a friend at school that you know you can count on?
~What is something you really want to learn about this year?
If you are interested in more options, please see the following link for questions teachers will be using in for the month of September.
Important SEL Information and Dates
Bully Prevention - October is Bully Prevention Month. The counseling department has organized to have Ken Nwadike, Jr from the Free Hugs Campaign to come and speak to the Freshman on October 8th. He is a popular motivational speaker and peace activist. Click here to learn more.
SEL in the Home - On October 14th, there will be our second session of SEL in the Home. This session will be focused on emotion regulation and calm down techniques. Please join us!