Junior School Umbrella Project

(Photo above) Junior School counsellor teaches lesson on kindness

IB attributes: balanced

Preparing for Those Rainy Days

At any age, the figurative rain can fall down hard, with life’s challenges often sending us running for cover. As part of the Umbrella Project, Junior School students have been focusing on a variety of skills to help them develop the tools they need to cope with and manage daily stresses.

In October students worked on building higher levels of empathy, which tends to result in less conflict and better problem solving, allowing them to make new friends and develop stronger social networks.

Students worked on their growth mindset in November, cultivating the belief that, with effort, they could develop their talents and create a love of learning and an excitement around facing new challenges.

In January we kicked off the year with a focus on authenticity, helping students to feel good about who they are, boost their confidence and stand up for their beliefs.

We focused on kindness, a core value of LCC, in February and March, and highlighted that doing good benefits both the giver and the receiver.

Empowering students to reframe their challenges and strengthen their skills ultimately serves to maintain balance and well-being.

In April students learned about self-efficacy, nurturing a belief in themselves and their ability to succeed.

The children concluded the year with a look on the bright side. As it turns out, optimism can improve mental and physical health.

ALISON WEARING, Junior School Director