SLL Monthly Newsletter

This month we will wrap up our SLL unit on "Being Resilient".

• November 3 - 7: Solving Problems for Ourselves (Resiliency)- Everyday you are faced with all kinds of problems and challenges. You have the ability to take action and solve your own problems. You can use a five step process to make a plan and be a SUPER problem solver: 1. Stop and name the problem; 2. Understand the problem; 3. Plan possible solutions; 4. Elect and implement; & 5. Reflect.
• November 10 - 14: Knowing When & How to Ask for Help (Resiliency)- Throughout life there will be times when you may need to ask for help. When you are having a difficult time, it’s wise to ask for help. It is important to recognize when you need help, understand exactly what you need help with, and ask for help in a way that will get your needs met.
• November 17 - 21: Understanding & Expressing Gratitude (Resiliency)-

  Gratitude starts with noticing the good in life. Expressing gratitude is a skill that requires conscious effort to appreciate what you have. Gratitude boosts happiness, improves health and strengthens relationships.

SDPBC educators can find lessons and resources to support these SLL Themes on our SLL Resource Center under the "Elementary", "Middle School", and "High School" tab. To access the SLL Resource Center, log in to your District portal and search "SLL". Click on the SLL Heart Tile.

• 20 Gratitude Exercises & Activities to Boost Wellbeing (Positive Psychology)
• How to Practice Gratitude (Grateful Living)
• 30 Days of Gratitude (Toward Wellbeing)

Our second book of the quarter is The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes by Mark Pett & Gary Rubinstein. Beatrice Bottomwell had NEVER made a mistake. In fact, the entire town calls her The Girl Who Never Makes Mistakes! Then, one day it happens: Beatrice makes a huge mistake in front of everyone! But in the end, she realizes that life is more fun when you enjoy everything - even the mistakes!

Click here for read aloud ideas, classroom extension activities, school-wide announcement ideas and activities, and more.

These prompts and activities can be used as Welcoming Rituals, Engaging Practices, and/or Optimistic Closures. The SLL Lesson video for each theme has been linked each week. Please note that YouTube links may have ads on them so you should have the video cued up to go so students don’t view the ads.

We have added a new section on the SLL Resource Center devoted to adult wellness! We collaborated with the Risk & Benefits Management Department to identify numerous resources that you can share with your colleagues. Here is a small sample with some of our favorite resources!

• Virtual Relaxation Room - This Virtual Relaxation Room was created by the Staff Wellness team in our Risk & Benefits Management Department. This site is a spot that you can access a variety of calming activities such as guided meditations, comedy shows/clips, puzzles, virtual museums, coloring pages, fitness videos and drawing programs. These rooms were created to help you take a mental break and escape into a virtual world of your own.

• Employee Wellness Department Programs Offered:

  • Healthy Eating
    Dietitian Appointments ~ Online Nutrition Education ~ Telephonic Nutrition Coaching ~ Healthy Eating Challenges

  • Physical Activity
    Staff Sports ~ Online Physical Activity Education ~ Telephonic Fitness Coaching ~ Physical Activity Challenges ~ Onsite Walking Paths ~ Gym Discounts

  • Weight Management and Disease Prevention/Management
    Real Appeal ~ Onsite Biometric Screenings ~ Online Heart Health Education ~ Telephonic Weight/Disease Management Coaching ~ Weight Loss Challenges ~ Diabetes Health Plan ~ Onsite Nurse Support ~ Dietitian Appointments ~ Arthritis Website

Please note, if you wish to receive both a primary and intermediate grade level Mood Meter poster, you will need to complete 2 entries on the Google Form.

This cohort is the second course in our Emotional Resilience Educator series! The text for this book study is Permission to Feel by Dr. Marc Brackett. This text will be provided to each participant who enrolls.

Every session will provide you with opportunities to discuss the assigned reading with a small group of participants, as well as an opportunity to engage in a self-reflection and/or group activity. Participants who complete this cohort will receive an Emotional Resilience Educator Level II Badge and be awarded 8 in-service points.

For more information about session dates and how to register, click here. The registration deadline is November 6, 2025.

Pre-Requisite: Must have completed Emotional Resilience Educator Cohort Level 1 (Onward)

The Resiliency Palm Beach Instruction Guide can be used in conjunction with the Scope & Sequence to reinforce weekly resiliency characteristics. This guide includes morning announcements, extension activities, and recognition resources to honor students who demonstrate resiliency.

Separate guides are available for Elementary and Secondary, along with certificates and images in the Resiliency Palm Beach certificates folder:

• FY26 Elementary Resiliency Palm Beach Instruction Guide
• FY26 Secondary Resiliency Palm Beach Instruction Guide
• Resiliency Palm Beach Certificates

Schools are encouraged to send home the Resiliency Florida's resources linked below to families and caregivers to support this month's Resiliency Characteristics: Self-Awareness & Self-Management

English Versions

• K-2 Parent Resource
• 3-5 Parent Resource
• 6-8 Parent Resource
• 9-12 Parent Resource

Spanish Versions (NEW)

• K-2 Parent Resource
  
• 3-5 Parent Resource
  
• 6-8 Parent Resource
  
• 9-12 Parent Resource