Social Emotional Support for Children at Home

Agenda

Crestwood Mental Health Team

School Psychologist: Diana Lucio and School Social Worker: Melissa Taylor

he School Counselors are: •Velma Campbell (Grades 1,3,5 and 6) and Rachel Hoover, LPC, LCMHC, NCC:(Grades K,2,4 and 6)

The Crestwood Parent Liaison is: Adolfo Pacheco

Virtual Learning - Learning Space Make a space

Virtual Learning - Set a routine

Virtual Learning - Review expectations

Managing motivation - Start from Strengths and Presentation is Everything

Managing motivation - Use natural consequences

Using Behavior Charts - Behavior charts are a good way to encourage positive behaviors, and discourage negative behaviors.

Limit screen time - Spending too much time on screens has been linked to not getting enough sleep, poor grades, and a greater risk of obesity.

Limit screen time - Model Screen use for your children

Create healthy sleep habits - Elementary age children need approximately 9-11 hours of sleep each night

Create healthy sleep habits - Set a consistent bedtime, both on weekdays and weekends

Creating healthy sleep habits - Avoid caffeinated drinks several hours before bedtime

Mindfulness - Why do children need Mindfulness? Practicing Mindfulness can help children by: Focusing on the present moment and ignoring distractions.

reate a space for your child/ren where they can practice coping skills and regulate their emotions

Take care of yourself

Take care of your stress level

Pay attention to your stress level

Remember to help yourself BEFORE you can help others

Practice Relaxation