by DawnMcGrath | Mar 10, 2022 | Coach's Corner
Human beings are born curious-minded connection seekers. So, why has social-emotional learning become contentious? When did politics and the well-being of our children become so intertwined? We need to have informed, critical conversations about what is really at...
by DawnMcGrath | Feb 10, 2022 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
It’s that time again! What better way to celebrate the upcoming #SELday this March 11th than to spread kindness by saying, “WELL done!” Or, by telling someone, “I notice and appreciate you.” People all around us do small things to help others every day. The...
by DawnMcGrath | Apr 10, 2021 | Coach's Corner
This column was originally published in The Salem News on April 1, 2021. “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me.” It’s a familiar phrase once offered as an unfortunate playground defense to resolve social conflict. This statement’s...
by DawnMcGrath | Nov 19, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
We are missing our in-person student groups and classes. PRIMEtime, our before school program, began just before the pandemic. We only had four weeks of class, but we had lots of fun. WTN PRIMEtime (Positive Readiness Influence of Mindfulness and Exercise) combines...
by DawnMcGrath | Oct 26, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
WELLcome back! This week I’m sharing a simple, dynamic sequence, also known as a vinyasa. Cat-Cow connects two poses to create a flow. This beginner’s level vinyasa is helpful for teaching students how to sync movement and breath. The Cat-Cow Flow:...
