WHAT’S INSIDE: 1. letter to a parent 2. past months’ events 3. upcoming events 4. parents share 5. did you know that? 6. health & yummy
SUPPORTS HELPS ANSWERS RECOMMENDS
JUNE 2018
Have a wonderful summer! Dear ACS Athens Community, dear Friends, As we have reached the end of the school year, we would like to thank you once again for all your support and wish you a happy and relaxing summer! We would also like to congratulate the ACS Athens graduating class of 2018 and wish them every success in their future plans! For all of us on the PTO Board it has been an enriching experience and a privilege to serve our school during this academic year and we hope you feel we did a good job. We also hope some of you will consider joining the PTO Board for the next academic year. It might not be an easy job but it is without a doubt a worthwhile, rewarding experience! We are one, thank you!
Manya Louvari PTO President
LETTER TO A PARENT:
The power of a hug Many times I think of the biggest blessings that we have as human beings. All the things that make our lives better, sweeter, brighter and worth living. Among them there is only one that we all can have, all can share, costs nothing but at the same time is the most valuable… It is a hug! The most powerful thing that we have! Did you know that a hug: • Strengthens our immune system • Makes us more patient • Is perfect treatment for stress and anxiety • Builds self esteem, especially in children • Releases dopamine, which is a source of good feelings and motivation • Helps us get through painful or stressful situations • Releases oxytocin, which is a hormone that f ills us with happiness • Conveys many emotions without saying a word • Balances the nervous system • Is a strong display of love and support
So when you feel that you are not strong enough, or good enough, or smart, tender, kind enough, a loving parent or partner, just give your child and your loved ones a hug. They are going to get the message that you love and support them with all your heart! The great American psychologist and family therapist Virginia Satir said, that we need 4 hugs a day for survival, 8 hugs a day for maintenance and 12 hugs a day for growth… The healing process of every soul begins with a touch and embrace. It’s just that simple.
I wish you all a great summer, full of happy memories - and many hugs!!! Best wishes, Rania