Wellness while e-Learning
This Resource is:
- Resources for students to stay well and healthy
- Resources for parents to support their student's physical, mental, and social wellbeing
Resource for Parents - Index
24/7 Support in a Crisis - Kids Help Phone
If you are in crisis and need someone to talk to now, we are recommending Kids Help Phone – with whom you can call, chat, or text, 24/7. Professional counsellors can provide immediate and caring support to you when you are dealing with a problem, making a hard decision, or concerned with feelings or mood. The service is free, confidential, anonymous.
• Kids Help Phone – Live Chat Counselling | Provides you the opportunity to chat online, one-on-one with a professional counsellor. Chat services can be accessed from computer, smartphone or tablet. This service may not be available 24/7.
• Text | You can also TEXT “Connect” to 68686 for support
Student Resources
We’ve got your back! Maintaining or building positive mental health is an important part of eLearning right now. When you have a few free minutes, check out these interactive websites, apps, and videos.
- › What is mindfulness, and what are the benefits?
- › Check out these apps on self service to practice mindfulness – Headspace, Insight Timer, and Calm
Finally, check out Mr. Ferguson’s home work out video – follow along, and stay active!
Parent Resources
This can be an emotionally challenging time. We provide the resources below as some structure and guidance for supporting your child’s mental wellbeing and learning.
- › Anxiety Coping Skills
- › Find meaning and value in experiences: Life Story Activity (Past, Present, and Future)
- › Worry Guide and Planner: What is Worry?
- › Decatastrophizing
- › Eleven Steps for Parents to Deal With Anxiety
- › Grounding Techniques
Healthy 7 Series
Discovering your new “temporary normal” means finding a modified routine that promotes physical and mental wellness.
In this Healthy 7 Series, Connect staff will share and discuss ideas in 7 minutes to help you keep healthy and well during your time away from school.
If you need help, or what to get connected, you can contact any of the school staff using their Connect Charter School email and the Kids Help Phone is an anonymous 24 hr call centre that can help you work through difficult times or in an emergency situation.