Happy November SSS!
Is it just me or did October fly by?? November is filled with fun activities and time off from school. I've even heard some people refer to it as "No School November!" While some students are excited for a break from school and lots of half days due to parent teacher conferences, others are hesitant about the lack of predictable structure that school typically provides. If your child is one that thrives off of consistency and routines, start brainstorming now ways that you can implement consistency when there is time off from school. Things such as limiting screen time, keeping consistent bed times, meal times, and structured activities can go a long way!
Lynn Lyons Podcast on Tackling Meltdowns
Lynn Lyons is an international speaker and psychotherapist based in Concord, New Hampshire who helps children and families manage anxiety disorders. In this podcast, Lynn discusses emotional meltdowns with kids of all ages. Lynn highlights different emotional regulation skills that kids develop and strengthen throughout their lives.
DIY Sensory Tool: "Chewelry"
Check out this website for different DIY chewy options for your child! Some kids like gum, while others like necklaces, pencil toppers, or other tools to help them focus. The link below provides lots of ideas for students to get that sensory input they may be looking for!
I'm on Twitter!
Ms.Hunt is on Twitter. Follow my page for SEL updates, articles, and other helpful tips throughout the school year! @MsHuntSSS
Adjustment Counselor Website
Looking for more resources? Check out the Adjustment Counselor website for SEL information, resources, and more!
William James College Interface Referral System
The Interface referral service is a mental health and wellness referral help line. Callers from Lynnfield are matched with licensed mental health providers from their database within an approximate two week period of time and are matched by location, insurance and specialty needs of the caller.
The number to reach is 888-244-6843 and they can be reached Monday-Friday from 9-5.
A Healthy Lynnfield Mental Health Resource List
We are including this comprehensive list as it is a great resource for mental health resources in our area.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-xLJDUNz7g-oD6e-3Rmclvw75nmSWzQJ/view