April is National Stress Awareness Month.
Feeling like there are too many pressures and demands on you? Losing sleep worrying about tests and schoolwork? Eating on the run because your schedule is just too busy? You’re not alone. Everyone experiences stress at times. But, there are ways to minimize stress and manage the stress that’s unavoidable.
Here are some things that can help keep stress under control:
· Take a stand against overscheduling-consider cutting an activity or 2
· Be realistic: Don’t try to be perfect-no one is
· Get a good night’s sleep
· Learn to relax (Try simple breathing exercises, yoga or meditation. Engage in activities that are calming, such as reading a good book or making time for a hobby)
· Treat your body well (get regular exercise and eat well)
· Watch what you’re thinking (try to be optimistic and think positively!)
It’s important to keep in mind that not all stress is bad. There is such a thing as “good stress”. A little “good stress” can help keep you on your toes, and ready to rise to a challenge.
So remember, while you can’t always avoid stress, you can minimize it by changing how you choose to respond to it.
Today at lunch time, try a sample of a clementine. A Clementine is a hybrid between a mandarin orange and a sweet orange. Clementine’s provide antioxidative protection which helps build our immune system. The nutrients in this fruit are B vitamins, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Potassium and vitamin C. Try a clementine today and have a healthy day!
Didn’t get enough Volleyball during PE class? The Volleyball Club is coming to HMS and is looking for members who enjoy the game, want to improve their skills or just want to have fun! Please see Mrs. Pursell in the gym for a permission slip or if you have any questions.
Attention all girls - The iRUN program is about to begin its Spring season! iRUN is a noncompetitive work-out group that meets twice a week to train for a 5K fun-run. Our first meeting will be right after Spring break on Monday, April 29th. Please see Mrs. Hunkeler in guidance or Mrs. DeLisi in classroom C3 for a permission slip and more information.
Today is the last day of the 3rd marking period. Report cards for this quarter will post in Genesis next Tuesday, April 16th.
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