Taking the classroom to the great Fall outdoors Fletcher's Meadow S.S. gym class biking in the Heartlake Conservation area social distance style this pic made my day

Are you having negative chatty conversations, with yourself? Shut it down by trying out this SOS exercise by School Mental Health Ontario and Wisdom2Action. More at jack.org/covid

The ‘Promoting Mental Health for Child & Youth’ webinar, originally scheduled for October 29 from 4 to 5 p.m., has been postponed. More details on a future date to come. Stay tuned!

Tomorrow is Dress Purple Day in support of Child Abuse Prevention. Please participate to support this important issue!@PeelCAS Peel District School Board PDSB Social Work Department PDSB Staff Wellbeing PDSB Mental Health Resource Team @

To address the opportunity gap ‘we need to change the system from the inside’ Director Russell-Rawlins & Director Camille Williams-Taylor abcaucusontario Peel District School Board

Today is a good day. It’s easier to be a parent this morning. Character MATTERS. Being a good person MATTERS. This is a big deal. It’s easy to do it the cheap way and get away with stuff — but it comes back around. Today is a good day. #PresidentBiden #VotersDecided

This Tuesday, November 10 School Mental Health Ontario is partnering with @ONEducation to present another 20-minute lunchtime mental health webinar. It will be repeated at 4 p.m. too. Register today! bit.ly/37U91Fp

Let’s create judgment-free zones for youth to talk about cannabis. AllisonPotts of School Mental Health Ontario will be presenting “Youth Cannabis Use Speaker Series” on Wednesday, November 11. Register @ bit.ly/3jJl6PZ

A few reasons kids turn off their cameras (as told to me by kids): 1. Other kids take unflattering screenshots and use them on SM. 2. Siblings interrupting zooms. 3. They have to help younger siblings also learning from home. Go easy on them - they’re not all trying to cheat.

The COVID-19 pandemic has created disruptions in our lives that can cause feelings of stress and anxiety. These feelings are normal. These tips from us and CCSA can help you cope: bit.ly/3deciiv #NAAW

The alternative to calling the police during a mental health crisis thestar.com/opinion/contri… via @torontostar

Winter break will look a little different this year. The PDSB Mental Health Resource Team is sharing tips & resources to support students, staff & families. If you or someone you know needs help during the break, remember that someone (Peel Children's Centre or Kids Help Phone) is always available.

📣Calling all caregivers! We invite you to join us on Feb. 10th from 6-7:30pm as we discuss supporting the mental health and well-being of our children. No registration required. Simply click to join: bit.ly/JoinFeb10 📲

School psychology professionals play a critical role in supporting students, educators and families. They utilize their knowledge of child and adolescent development, including learning, mental health and behaviour, along with their understanding of school climate and culture.

Survey on LGBTQ youth mental health indicates less than 50% of 13-24 old LGBTQ youth live in homes that are LGBTQ affirming. Let’s remember these youth as they are isolated at home during the pandemic. thetrevorproject.org/2021/01/15/res…

Wednesday marks #PinkShirtDay. This year’s theme is tagged #LiftEachOtherUp. Let’s do that by spreading kindness and inclusivity today and every day. Students can use these tips to reach out and start a conversation with someone they trust. smho-smso.ca/wp-content/upl…

This first week in March is being recognized by some in Ontario as #BlackMentalHealthWeek. The effects of oppression can have lasting effects on one’s mental health. Support can be shown through acts of advocacy, kindness and positivity. smho-smso.ca/blog/online-re…