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Mrs. Jones

MPS School Social Worker

Mrs. JonesMPS School Social Worker

Hello, Families!

As we begin 2021 with continued remote learning, our students may be experiencing stressors related to not being in their regular routines, not seeing friends and teachers, and not feeling in control of any of these circumstances surrounding them. This might cause them to feel anxiety or sadness. Please know that I am here for you or your child if you feel they are struggling in any way, whether the building is open or whether instruction is being provided remotely. During this closure, I have been providing Google Meets with students to discuss coping skills and strategies, and can accommodate their schedule so that it is at a time when they are not receiving instruction from their teacher. Please feel free to reach out to me via email if you would like to set up a meet or if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child. I can be reached at Rjones@watervillecsd.org.

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Ways Anxiety Might Present In A Child

Sometimes kids don't feel comfortable saying that they're nervous, or sometimes they don't have the words to tell you what they're feeling. These are some common ways that anxiety might present in younger children.
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Affirmations--Important for Everyone!

Affirmations are ways for people to build their self-esteem. Saying positive comments about yourself to yourself will help your child feel better about themselves, and also recognize what their strengths are.
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Tips on Nurturing Your Child's Mental Health

Mental health and wellness is important from infancy to adulthood, and the more our children see it modeled in a healthy, positive way, the more they will benefit.

Encourage Discussion!

No matter what your child is feeling, encourage them to talk about it. Discussing their feelings helps children develop healthy coping skills, have a positive self-image, and encourages healthy, stable relationships with others. It also sends the message that you care about them and how they are feeling, and know that they can turn to you for support when they need it.
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Here is how you can reach me:

Email: Rjones@watervillecsd.org
Location: 145 East Bacon Street Waterville, NY 13480
Phone: (315) 841-3711