“And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.” -The Great Gatsby
Welcome to the Wellness Team's monthly bulletin. The NHS Wellness Team is a group of administrators, support staff and service providers who work together to focus on the well-being of our students. This bulletin provides a space where we will share helpful articles with families and provide important information about events going on at Natick High School or in the community to benefit all students well-being.
This Month:
Families for Depression Awareness' Teen Speakers Events and Teen Depression Workshops, geared toward teen and adult audiences, provide education, prevention, and help reduce the stigma of teen depression.
These programs are free to Massachusetts community organizations and schools. We are also looking for teen volunteers this summer! If you would like to learn more about these programs, visit our website or contact Programs Coordinator Arielle Cohen, at Ari@familyaware.org or (781) 890-0220.
Looking for Summer Camps with a Mental Health focus for Youth & Teens?!
From
improving their self-confidence and promoting healthy peer interactions while exploring the outdoors, to an overnight summer camp for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) young people... find camp that's right for your teen or youth!
Parent Toolkit is a one-stop resource developed with parents in mind. It’s produced by NBC News Education Nation and supported by Pearson and includes information about almost every aspect of your child’s development, because they're all connected. Healthy, successful children can excel in many areas – in the classroom, on the court, and in their relationships with peers and adults. Our advice also covers important topics for navigating life after high school.
