Wellbeing | DESS Dubai

Giving children an understanding of #mentalhealth and #wellbeing from an early age is crucial for our children to thrive and #flourish. Throwing back to the wonderful week that was #childrensmentalhealthweek2023 #Letsconnect #dessmindsyoungminds @MHWBLeads @KHDA

@DESSyear1 1 Green students are showing excellent conflict resolution skills by using the steps in the #DESSpeaceprocess to solve some of the playtime disagreements we've had #collaboration #dessmindsyoungminds

#DRSSYear2Blue Teachers are all ready for Crazy Hair Day! #childrensmentalhealthweek @DESSwellbeing

#Dessconnects #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek2023

#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek2023 Launch Day-Connect with creative clothing #dessconnects

@DESSyear6 working together to tackle some of the #AntiBullyingWeek scenarios we have been discussing. Who was involved? How can they #ReachOut to improve the situation for everyone? #dessmindsyoungminds #beingwelldubai

From our littlest learners right up to Year Six, we are exploring the importance of reaching out to one another this week #AntiBullyingWeek  #reachout 

Our #ReachOutRocks are ready to go to classes. How will you reach out this week? Will you pass on a smile, a compliment or an invitation to play? We can’t wait to see all the different ways our students #Reachout this week #dessmindsyoungminds #beingwelldubai #AntiBullyingWeek

All set and ready to #Reachout As we celebrate #AntiBullyingWeek our Student Wellbeing Leaders are taking action to reach out during play times and make sure their peers feel included #dessmindsyoungminds #leadersofthefuture #compassion #beingwelldubai

@DESSyear5 are exploring the concepts of #sympathy #empathy and #compassion. We investigated some scenarios and then created exciting role plays, showing what the difference between all three are @UAEMoralEdu #dessmindsyoungminds

@DESSyear4 are exploring the importance of #selfcare for our minds and bodies. We looked at activities which can improve our mood, our physical health and our #mentalhealth. What activities do you do to lift your mind, body and spirit? #dessmindsyoungminds #beingwelldubai

@DESSyear1 demonstrating the power of #positiveaffirmations to talk about their #strengths using mirrors.What little superstars you all are! Which ‘I am’ statement would you say for yourself today? #dessmindsyoungminds #positiveeducation @KHDA

Building resilience while bonding through breathing, we would like to say a huge thank you to Kad at Heal Hub Rehab, one of our #DESSalumni for welcoming us and giving us an unbelievable dopamine boost yesterday morning #wimhof #coldtherapy #staffwellbeing #Dess60

DESS staff prioritising health and wellbeing as we were welcomed to the incredible @HealHub_rehab to engage in a Wim Hoff breath work session and immersed ourselves in the ice pool for an invigorating cold therapy experience. #DESS60 #beingwelldubai #wellbeing

What a privilege it was to have @AdrianBethune join our staff for #DESSBookClub to discuss all the wonderful strategies and approaches we can use to nourish and provide for our students and their wellbeing @DESSDubai

@DESSyear6 had a super debate during #SocialStudiesWeek about healthcare. “Should healthcare be provided by the government or paid privately- which is more beneficial to a nation?” Which side do you agree with? @DESSsocials

Some very happy steppers this morning! As we drew the #GreatDESStepChallenge to a close, we have our individual and team Top Steppers! Fantastic to see our wonderful staff prioritising their wellbeing through physical activity #beingwelldubai @DESSfs1 @DESSperform @DESSDubai

@DESSyear2 Very proud of you superstar!

We had a very special Mindfulness leader in #DESSYear2Red this morning 🌄 💫😊 @DESSwellbeing

@DESSyear5 These are absolutely amazing, great work @DESSyear5

5red Classic Hollywood Glitz and Glam photoshoot! Check out our actors and actress head shots 📸 🎥 #lightscameraaction #DESSyear5red #hollywood

What would you include in your #friendship tower? These Year 3 and Year 4 students explored the characteristics of a good friend to build their towers strong #dessmindsyoungminds