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MARCH 2023 MARCH 2023
"If you have no winter, the spring would not be so important."
(Anne Bradstreet, Poet)
The March newsletter is dedicated to media – tv, gaming, social media, movies, and even books As your daughters are navigating the waters of media and connection through the use of media, it is important for us adults to remain as informed as possible I'm hopeful that the resources provided will assist you in best supporting your daughter Trust that conversations are taking place at school around these topics. We look forward to continuing to partner with parents during this exciting time of middle school!
MEDIA AWARENESS
Often while in conversation with our middle schoolers, the topic of media comes up They will share the movies/tv shows they are watching and the music they are listening to. Recently, I became aware of a show that was new to me –"GinnyandGeorgia" After some research into the show, I feel compelled to pass along information to you regarding the content Hopefully, this will prompt some conversations at home, as lots of our middle schoolers are processing topics from this show (and many others), such as selfharm, violence, sexuality, etc
Please click on the following links (Bark.ushttps://www bark us/blog/teenshows-not-for-teens-part-two/ and Common Sense Mediahttps://www commonsenseme dia.org/) for additional information on a variety of shows, movies, music, books, and more for teens
STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES
Student-led conferences will be held individually with each student and their advisor and parent(s) These will be conducted in twenty-minute increments during the school day on the dates below, either in person or via Zoom
Eighth-Grade Student-Led Conferences – Thursday, March 23
Seventh-Grade Student-Led Conferences – Friday, March 24
Sixth-Grade Student-Led Conferences – Tuesday, March 28
If you still need to register, please click https://www schoolbookings n et/code/4aqhk. Registration will close on March 3 at 3:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Giljum, Middle School Counselor, directly at mailto:agiljum@visitationacade myorg
BOOK SUGGESTION
"Damour's down-to-earth tone gives this the feel of a conversation with a friend, while the psychology offers valuable perspective into the scienti c underpinnings of adolescence. Parents of teens will want to check this out" –
PublishersWeekly
TheEmotionalLivesof Teenagersby Lisa Damour, PhD
(https://drlisadamourcom/) was recently released While I have just begun this book myself, I strongly recommend that you consider adding this to your reading list She focuses on understanding teen emotions, recognizing that mental health is not always about feeling good, and provides strategies for adults to support teens during this exciting yet di cult time of life
UPCOMING DATES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS
Girl Talk (Sixth Grade) – March 21
Owning Up (Seventh Grade) – March 1
Owning Up (Eighth Grade) – March 6
MS Parent Speaker Night – March 1 from 6:00-7:00 p m
End of Third Quarter – March 10
Spring Break - March 13-17
Rescheduled YMCA Parent Presentation – March 22 from 6:30-7:30 p m (Doors open at 6:00 p.m.)
Student-Led Conferences – March 23 (Grade 8), March 24 (Grade 7), and March 28 (Grade 6)
UPCOMING EVENTS
The YMCA presentation "Raising Mentally Fit Kids: Starting the Conversation" has been rescheduled for March 22 from 6:30-7:30 p m Doors will open at 6:00 p m A resource fair will follow the presentation from 7:30-8:00 p.m. This parent-only event includes a brief presentation, parent panel, and resource fair To register, please click the following linkhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/529370620777.
CHECK IT OUT - RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES
Article – "How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers" (Child Mind Institute) by Rachel Ehmke, 2021
https://childmind org/article/how-using-social-media-affects-teenagers/
Article – "How Technology Affects Teens' Sleep and Mental Health" (Newport Academy), 2018
https://www.newportacademy.com/resources/well-being/technology-and-sleep-deprivation/
Article – "Connection, Creativity and Drama: Teen Life on Social Media in 2022" (Pew Research Center), 2022
https://www pewresearch org/internet/2022/11/16/connection-creativity-and-drama-teen-lifeon-social-media-in-2022/
Article – "Teens and Social Media Use: What's the Impact?" (Mayo Clinic)
https://www mayoclinic org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-health/in-depth/teens-and-socialmedia-use/art-20474437
Article – "Social Media and Eating Disorders: How TikTok Promotes Dangerous Videos" (Bark.us), 2021
https://www bark us/blog/social-media-eating-disorderstiktok/#:~:text=Bark%20can%20also%20help%20by,social%20media%20and%20eating%20disor ders
MRS. ASHLEY GILJUM, MSW
Middle School Counselor
Grades 6-8
agiljum@visitationacademy org (314) 625-9225
visitationacademy org
