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Valerie Anderson

@Val4MH

Psychologist Coordinator of Student Wellbeing@PeelSchools

 Peel District School Board
Joined October 2018
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@teachergoals18 Oct 2023
Reading counts! 📚
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Taking a moment to acknowledge your feelings is an act of self-love. Prioritize your needs, and set those boundaries. Be your own biggest supporter. Surround yourself with love and positivity. Your well-being is a priority, always. 🔗 blackmentalhealth.ca
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Life's journey is filled with twists and turns, and negative thoughts can disrupt it. But remember that the moment you receive a negative thought, you have the power to put a stop to it and choose a more positive path. 🔗blackmentalhealth.ca
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Teachers ❤️
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Don't be afraid to "nerd out" with your Ss, says T @BookDragon_Kat. 💕
"When your students are excited to share something with you, listen. Be excited with them. It's a big deal they choose you to share their something with." – Teacher Mrs. Moore

ALT "When your students are excited to share something with you, listen. Be excited with them. It's a big deal they choose you to share their something with." – Teacher Mrs. Moore

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Take time to rest, without remorse Image: @Headspace
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Deep pressure activities
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Kids Help Phone@KidsHelpPhone8 Oct 2023
Are you looking for some #selfcare inspiration or searching for new ways to add self-care into your daily routine? Check out 35 self-care tips from people like you! bit.ly/2Ooq8ad
35 self-care tips from people like you!

35 self-care tips from people like you!

Kids Help Phone shares self-care tips from our International Self-Care Day Instagram Q&A.

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CAMH@CAMHnews22 Sep 2023
We know gender-inclusive care saves lives. Supporting the well-being of gender-diverse, #trans, and #queer youth and fostering an environment that recognizes there is #NoSpaceforHate is a #suicideprevention action we can all take. We proudly stand with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
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A reminder to check in on the 2S/LGBTQIA+ people in your life. Educators and other caring adults can help 2S/LGBTQIA+ youth by reaching out and letting them know they aren’t alone. Checking in can make a big difference
A quick text, phone call or DM can make all the difference for your 2S/LGBTQIA+ friends. Here are some prompts to get the conversation started: Hey, we haven’t talked in a while! Do you have time to hang out later this week? Do you want to FaceTime this week? Hey! I just wanted to check in…I know _________ can suck. How are you doing?

ALT A quick text, phone call or DM can make all the difference for your 2S/LGBTQIA+ friends. Here are some prompts to get the conversation started: Hey, we haven’t talked in a while! Do you have time to hang out later this week? Do you want to FaceTime this week? Hey! I just wanted to check in…I know _________ can suck. How are you doing?

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"When a student knows that you care about them, when they know that you're a human, their academic performance is going to be better." That's the power of relationships. 🧡

The Power of Relationships in Schools

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mindyourmind@mindyourmind_ca22 Sep 2023
In light of the recent anti-trans and anti-queer demonstrations, we are sharing some nationwide accessible crisis lines and support resources. For trans and queer youth, we understand it is a difficult time, and these resources are here for you <3
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Teamwork makes the dream work. #BiteSizedPD, via educator @Dwight_Carter
"If you are having a difficult time with a student, find out who in the building has a positive relationship with them and partner to make a connection. Collaborate to establish trust." – Educator Dwight Carter

ALT "If you are having a difficult time with a student, find out who in the building has a positive relationship with them and partner to make a connection. Collaborate to establish trust." – Educator Dwight Carter

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Kids Help Phone@KidsHelpPhone29 Aug 2023
ICYDK: Fentanyl is a strong prescription painkiller that can cause serious consequences, including death, with misuse. We break down the important things to know about Fentanyl, including how to protect yourself: kidshelpphone.ca/get-info/fe…

Fentanyl facts: Important things to know

Kids Help Phone shares important information about the risks of using fentanyl and how naloxone can help treat an opioid overdose.

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mHope@mHopePDSB29 Aug 2023
Good read from @Forbes forbes.com/sites/jodiecook/2… "Why you should lead with #LOVE not #FEAR" @DrGreen590 @PeelSchools @FSlimati @Val4MH @PDSBDirector
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Focusing on relationships, connection & community is key to creating supportive & welcoming learning environments - The First Ten Days includes activities to help ease students into school routines smho-smso.ca/online-resource…
The First 10 Days (and Beyond) - School Mental Health Ontario

The First 10 Days (and Beyond) - School Mental Health Ontario

First Ten Days (and Beyond) was created for the start of the school year, but the information and activities are relevant year-round. The activities focus on relationships, connection and community....

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Good Morning Saints and Aints! Please see below. Thanks, A Tall Black Man
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YCDSB Mental Health@YCDSB_MH11 Aug 2023
Educators and librarians… a great list if you are looking for new books to add to your collection!
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77 Children's Books About Mental Health A thread 🧵 of the books for helping kids understand emotional and learning challenges
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@mraspinall12 Aug 2023
When I started calling parents to tell them what their kids did well, rather than always what they did wrong, my entire classroom dynamic changed for the better - and parents were happy to hear from me. 🙏🏼
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