19, May 2020 12:59 PM
Self-care is the practice of taking care of your health so that you can be at your best for yourself and others. It is a core component to the health and well-being of adults and children, especially during times of stress and adversity. More health care and wellness experts are offering guidance on self-care strategies as a tool to increase personal health resilience.
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15, May 2020 11:02 AM
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) empowers and supports children’s growth, development and success academically, emotionally, socially and financially through school and into adulthood. Without strong social and emotional skills, children are more likely to feel disconnected from school and their peers; have lower academic outcomes; struggle with employment; need public assistance; and have drug, alcohol or mental health problems.
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08, May 2020 11:41 AM
Every year, 46 million children experience toxic stress through abuse, crime, violence, food insecurity or psychological trauma. By taking a whole child approach, caring and nurturing school environments buffer the effects of toxic stress, allowing children to grow, develop and learn in spite of adversity.
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01, May 2020 10:14 AM
Since 2013, the first Friday of May has been dedicated School Lunch Hero Day. A day to recognize school foodservice professionals for their devoted efforts to nourishing students. They are heroes and deserve special acknowledgement for the work they do year-round.
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09, April 2020 11:02 AM
This book outlines the fundamental connection between the brain, gut, thyroid and microbiome and provides a diet and lifestyle program to relieve suffering from depression, anxiety and other mood disorders.
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