April: Resilience
Posted on April 2 2025Hey Parents and Guardians, This month, we are focusing on resiliency. Resiliency means being able to bounce back and keep going, even when things get tough or difficult, similar to a bouncy ball that…
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Mindful March
Posted on March 7 2025Hey Parents and Guardians, This month, we are learning about Mindfulness. Mindfulness means paying attention to what's happening right now and being aware of our thoughts, actions and feelings. When…
February: Embracing the Power of Kindness
Posted on February 7 2025Hey Parents and Guardians, This month, we are focusing on Self-Love and Kindness. It is so important that we learn how to treat ourselves with the same care and kindness that we show others. Exploring…
2024
Embrace the Journey: Navigating Transitions as the…
Posted on June 3 2024Hey there, awesome parents and students! As the school year comes to a close, June brings a theme that's all about Transitions and Preparing for Change. Change is in the air, and we're here to help you…
Prioritizing You: May's Self-Care Adventure Awaits!
Posted on May 1 2024Hey there, awesome parents and students! May has arrived, and with it comes an exciting journey into the world of Self-Care. This month, we're diving into the art of nurturing ourselves, finding joy in…
Embrace Self-Love: April's Journey to "Love Your Mind"
Posted on April 8 2024Hello, wonderful parents and students! As April blossoms, we embark on a journey of self-compassion with the theme "Love Your Mind." This month, let's explore the beautiful art of nurturing our mental…
Cultivating a Positive Mindset: March's Path to Brighter…
Posted on March 4 2024Hello, amazing parents and students! As March arrives, we embark on a journey of empowerment with the theme of Positive Mindset. This month, let's delve into the transformative power of cultivating positivity…
Embracing the Power of Kindness: February's Heartfelt…
Posted on February 5 2024Hello, wonderful parents and students! As we step into February, a month associated with love and warmth, we're excited to explore the heartwarming theme of Kindness. This month, let's join hands to spread…
2023
Cultivating Compassion: Embracing Kindness in December
Posted on December 4 2023Greetings, wonderful parents and students! As December arrives, we're embarking on a heartwarming journey centered around the theme of Compassion. This month, let's explore the power of empathy and acts…
Nurturing Positive Connections: Fostering Healthy…
Posted on November 1 2023Hello, amazing parents and students! As November graces us with its presence, we embark on a journey dedicated to the art of fostering positive connections and relationships. This month, we'll explore…
Embrace the Attitude of Gratitude: Cultivating Mental…
Posted on October 2 2023Hello, wonderful parents and students! As October graces us with its presence, we embark on a transformative journey centered around the theme of Gratitude. This month, let's uncover the magic of gratitude…
January 2023 - Self-Care
Posted on January 12 2023Happy New Year! We hope you had an absolutely fantastic Christmas break! We are so excited to begin a new year, we look forward to making new memories filled with laughter and joy. Last month we talked…
2022
December 2022 - Gratitude
Posted on December 7 2022Hello North Star families! For the month of December our mental health focus is gratitude. At North Star Elementary that means helping others who are in need, sharing positivity, and focusing on the…
November 2022 - Healthy Relationships
Posted on November 9 2022We hope you were able to try and explore some of the resources from October! We love to hear your thoughts and feedback, as well as any activities you were already doing with your child to foster a positive…
October 2022 - Positive Mindset
Posted on October 5 2022Welcome to our new monthly Counsellor Connections blog! My name is Dusty Fraser and I have been the Student Advocacy Counsellor at North Star Elementary since 2011. This year I have the opportunity to…