Happy Spring! I hope you have been enjoying the beautiful spring weather these last few days. Spring is my favorite season! What are some activities you like to do in the springtime? I played softball in the spring when I was growing up, so having a catch in my backyard is something I still enjoy doing. There are many ways to enjoy the warm weather and spend time outdoors!

April is a busy month here at HHS! Our third and fourth grade students will be taking the MCAS this month, we also have April vacation in a few weeks! Check out this month's newsletter for tips on test anxiety, building confidence in your child, and all things SEL!

The main character, Rosie, demonstrates what it means to persevere and not give up when something doesn't work out the first time. Have you ever felt discouraged when something you wanted to make didn’t turn out the way you wanted? What did you do next?

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 how to raise your child to be a problem solver. Lynn highlights the importance of parents allowing kids to "practice creating solutions and not fixing things for them."

Podcast Link

Do you like using play-doh? If you said yes, then you will want to check this out! You can now make your very own homemade Cloud Dough, which is just like play-doh but softer! All you need are two ingredients and you are ready to start creating.

Directions

Looking for more resources? Check out the Adjustment Counselor website for SEL information, resources, and more!

School Adjustment Counselor Website

Ms. Brennet is officially on Twitter. Follow my page for SEL updates, articles, and other helpful tips throughout the school year. @msbrennetHHS

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.

https://interface.williamjames.edu/

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

Gabriela Brennet, MA Mental Health Counseling

School Adjustment Counselor

Huckleberry Hill School

Email: brennetg@lynnfield.k12.ma.us

Phone: 781-334-5835 x3345

Twitter: @msbrennet