Valerie Anderson

Reading counts! 📚

Taking a moment to acknowledge your feelings is an act of self-love. Prioritize your needs, and set those boundaries. Be your own biggest supporter. Surround yourself with love and positivity. Your well-being is a priority, always. 🔗 blackmentalhealth.ca

Life's journey is filled with twists and turns, and negative thoughts can disrupt it. But remember that the moment you receive a negative thought, you have the power to put a stop to it and choose a more positive path. 🔗blackmentalhealth.ca

Teachers ❤️

Don't be afraid to "nerd out" with your Ss, says T @BookDragon_Kat. 💕

Take time to rest, without remorse Image: @Headspace

Deep pressure activities

Are you looking for some #selfcare inspiration or searching for new ways to add self-care into your daily routine? Check out 35 self-care tips from people like you! bit.ly/2Ooq8ad

We know gender-inclusive care saves lives. Supporting the well-being of gender-diverse, #trans, and #queer youth and fostering an environment that recognizes there is #NoSpaceforHate is a #suicideprevention action we can all take. We proudly stand with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

A reminder to check in on the 2S/LGBTQIA+ people in your life. Educators and other caring adults can help 2S/LGBTQIA+ youth by reaching out and letting them know they aren’t alone. Checking in can make a big difference

"When a student knows that you care about them, when they know that you're a human, their academic performance is going to be better." That's the power of relationships. 🧡

In light of the recent anti-trans and anti-queer demonstrations, we are sharing some nationwide accessible crisis lines and support resources. For trans and queer youth, we understand it is a difficult time, and these resources are here for you <3

Teamwork makes the dream work. #BiteSizedPD, via educator @Dwight_Carter

ICYDK: Fentanyl is a strong prescription painkiller that can cause serious consequences, including death, with misuse. We break down the important things to know about Fentanyl, including how to protect yourself: kidshelpphone.ca/get-info/fenta…

Good read from @Forbes forbes.com/sites/jodiecoo… "Why you should lead with #LOVE not #FEAR" @DrGreen590 @PeelSchools @FSlimati @Val4MH @PDSBDirector

Focusing on relationships, connection & community is key to creating supportive & welcoming learning environments - The First Ten Days includes activities to help ease students into school routines smho-smso.ca/online-resourc…

Good Morning Saints and Aints! Please see below. Thanks, A Tall Black Man

Educators and librarians… a great list if you are looking for new books to add to your collection!

When I started calling parents to tell them what their kids did well, rather than always what they did wrong, my entire classroom dynamic changed for the better - and parents were happy to hear from me. 🙏🏼