Hello Creekside Families!
Small Groups One way I support student development here at Creekside is through small groups. Groups provide students with the opportunity to build their self-esteem, develop effective communication skills, identify positive characteristics and make positive peer connections. Groups are a safe environment to openly discuss and practice social skills and strategies. Friendship Group I’m currently offering friendship groups for 1st and 2nd graders. Friendship groups take place weekly during lunchtime. All students in these grades will have the opportunity to join this group for a session during the next couple months. Please contact me if you have any questions or would like your student to participate. New Student Lunch Group This group meets monthly and is open to any students that are new to Creekside this school year. The group meets every first Tuesday or Wednesday of the month on the stage during lunch. Here are the upcoming dates we will be meeting:
De-Stress this Season This time of year can often be busy and stressful. It is important to find time to rest, relax and have fun. Even finding 5 minutes to read a book, take a break or do a mindfulness activity can go a long way towards decreasing our stress. This year I have been teaching all students about mindfulness. Students are practicing a mindfulness technique each week during our Monday morning announcements. Click on the links below to view my mindfulness videos at home. These videos can also be found on my website. As always, please feel free to reach out if your student or family needs support. Take care, Lauren Hopp, M.Ed (she/her/hers) Counselor Creekside Elementary Call: 425-837-5208 [email protected]
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Hello Creekside Families!
It’s hard to believe it’s already mid-November. This time of year is a great opportunity to show children the joy and importance of giving back. Volunteering with family and friends is a great way to connect with each other, and a great way to stay connected to our community. Giving back often gives us a sense of purpose and increases our happiness. If you're looking for a way to give back or get involved in our community the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank and Eastridge Church provide holiday programs for families in need. HOLIDAY GIFT BARN REGISTRATION Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank will provide shopping gift cards from a variety of retailers this year, thanks to the generosity of our community! Gift cards will be distributed the week of November 29 - a specific day and pick up time will be assigned prior via email. REGISTER NOW Questions about eligibility? Please email [email protected]. Click HERE for more information on how to donate/volunteer TURKEY GIVE AWAY FOR FAMILIES IN NEED Eastridge Church: Turkey Give Away Nov 20, 2021 Open 9am 1,500 turkeys between Issaquah & West Seattle. Click HERE for more information on how to donate/volunteer Lesson Schedule for November: Students are out of practice when it comes to problem solving. I’ll be teaching the Kelso’s Choices curriculum to all grades to help them identify and solve their small problems. Please reinforce these problem-solving techniques at home. Click Students are learning how to:
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