The Callaway Connection - March 2023

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Kids' Corner

Mental Health Resources $ p i h $ r a l $cho March 2023

Collaboration

MEET THE TEAM SCHOOL WELLNESS TEAMS Ms. Zakiya Hutchinson Professional School Counselor Email 301-702-3870 ext 58027 Website

Dr. Jasmyn Woods-Perret School Psychologist Email Virtual Office

Ms. Takia Toomer Community Schools Coordinator Email

Dr. Stephanie Stubblefield Professional School Counselor Email

Ms. Sydney Frederick School Psychologist Practicum Student Email

Ms. Cori Collins Math Resource Teacher, Equity Team Lead, & Admin Intern Email

Madame Danielle Young Behavior Health Specialist Email

Madame Kia Oparah School Psychologist Email Website

Counselors' Corner ner

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What Constitutes Trauma?

Trauma is defined as an event or situation that exceeds one’s ability to cope. This definition is very individualized, which means that two people who experience the same event may not both view it as traumatic. Due to a variation in personality, social support, emotional well-being, and level of resilience, every individual has different strengths and resources upon which to draw. In other words, when trying to determine whether a student has experienced trauma, you must consider the degree to which the child was able to cope.

Extreme circumstances are almost certainly going to be traumatic for a child.

Students living in poverty have inevitably experienced trauma when faced with food or housing insecurity, among other challenges. Students who have witnessed or experienced violence are likely to have been traumatized. Students who live in a home where there is alcohol or drug abuse are likely to experience trauma. However, students may experience trauma in less obvious ways, so it is important to view the situation through the eyes of the child, factoring in their ability to cope.

Self-Regulation Strategies Checklist Parent/Teacher This checklist is designed to help you assess the type of self-regulation strategies that the student may need.

Adaptive Strategies Non-adaptive Strategies Taking deep breaths Running out of the classroom Listening to calming music Refusal or defiance Taking a walk Stillness Talking with a trusted adult Arguing and/or cursing Asking for help Physical aggression Exercise and/or heavy work Daydreaming Swinging/Rocking Avoidance and/or shutting down

Hazel Health

As shared in the county communications: "PGCPS is excited to announce our new partnership with Hazel Health that will allow students to complete urgent medical care visits or therapy sessions virtually! Hazel’s doctors and therapists will be available to see students while they are at home or at school. Services will be available at no cost to every student, regardless of their family’s insurance or financial situation. This is an expansion of our present physical and mental health services. More information is coming soon."

Click on videos or QR codes for more information.

A RESOURCE FOR PARENTS:

WHAT IS FENTANYL?

Understanding the Dangers of Fentanyl Family Information Session 12/7/2022 Presented by Prince George's County Public Schools

HOT LINKS If you need immediate help due to suicidal thoughts or other serious emotional challenges, please contact

(Click the yellow links): Prince George's County Crisis Services (Mobile Crisis Team): 301-429-2185 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Maryland 211: Call 2-1-1 or Text your zip code to 898-211 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) Safe Schools Maryland: Call 1-833-632-7233

Mental Health Moments (MHM)

Open-Ended Questions (play video above)

FAIRNESS Synonyms: Equity * Impartiality * Decency

Students, you can show fairness by: Sharing and taking turns Including others in games and activities Respecting people who are different from you Playing by the rules Being open-minded Treating people right

Parents, You can show fairness by: Making expectations clear and predictable Listening to your children's feelings when something appears unfair to them (Open dialogue) Modeling and explaining how to show respect Setting goals for each family member on how to practice fairness Treating all family members equally Participating in community events that encourage cultural diversity

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS' PRIORITIES

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Panorama ES would like to thank Coca Cola for donating 400 backpacks to our students and Giant Food for providing the non-perishable food items that were in the backpacks.

The partnership put a smile on our student's faces and was truly appreciated!

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Scholarships

***These have not been vetted by PGCPS. Apply at your own risk. No scholarship should request money for you to apply. Read the details and do your research before applying.***

PGCPS Database

PGCPS Scholarship Information

JLV College Counseling Database

Maryland State Scholarships

JLV College Counseling

Maryland Scholarships

Scholarship Tips

Read all of the rules of the scholarship.

Read all of the eligibility qualifications.

Complete your application early.

Proofread and ask someone else to proofread prior to submitting.

Support the Callaway Connection MANY RESOURCES SCHOLARS BENEFIT FROM ARE SUPPLIED OUT OF TEACHERS' PERSONAL MONEY. PARENTS OFTEN ASK HOW CAN THEY HELP. HERE ARE THE ACTIVE DONORS' CHOOSE CAMPAIGNS HAPPENING AT BOTH SCHOOLS.

Panorama Elementary Let Our Fingers Do the Learning Ms. Jackson-Banks

Hydrated and Germ Free Ms. Baskin

Magic Bean Bags Ms. Sambells

Custom Made Just For Me Mrs. Tucker

Help is What We Need Ms. Sapp

Mental Health Journals Ms. Stroh

New Recorders 3rd and 4th Grade Ms. Harper

Maya Angelou French Immersion IB World School Thank you to all who have donated financial resources and/or volunteered your time. The Eagle's Nest is under construction and we love how it's going! Check HERE to stay up-to-date on our progress.

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