by DawnMcGrath | Mar 18, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
Kids do it without thought, run for the pure joy of movement from place to place, the sound of their footfalls often accompanied by exuberant giggles. Today’s post invites adults, children, and entire families to grab that feeling on a regular basis. Spring...
by DawnMcGrath | Mar 16, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
FEATURED TEXT: I am Happy-Sad Today, by Lory Britain School closures due to snow days, summer break, and long weekends typically bring feelings of excitement and giddy anticipation. Given the current circumstances, students may feel confused about how something that...
by DawnMcGrath | Mar 15, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
Being WELL TOGETHER NOW means doing OUR part. Facing an unprecedented period of school closure, prioritizing physical and mental wellbeing, despite our fears and the increased restrictions, may feel daunting. In the coming days, we aim to be a family-friendly resource...
by DawnMcGrath | Jan 14, 2020 | Trapped in an Air Pocket
Sometimes the wave takes me by surprise. Maybe I had my back to the water while watching my family playing on the sand. In the next moment, I’m knocked down, my source of oxygen removed. My mind and body tumble like rocks in the tumultuous surf. Fight or flight...
by DawnMcGrath | Dec 4, 2019 | Coach's Corner
I recently asked a group of students to solve a simple math problem in which they had to count a large group of manipulatives. Without suggestion on how to accomplish the task, they were solely instructed to report back to me when they had their final number....
