Four Directions Wellness
SUPPORTING INDIGENOUS STUDENT HOLISTIC WELLNESS IN EDMONTON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
In providing holistic programming, using the medicine wheel teachings in assessing balance and health the department has created a new role focusing on innovative ways to increase multilevel supports to Indigenous students.
Multilevel Supports
- Supporting schools with outreach to non-attenders
- Supporting schools with complex issues facing Indigenous students
- Supporting schools seeking cultural resources and presentations
- Delivering Professional Development for District staff
- Facilitating restorative justice circles addressing bullying, physical altercations, racism and verbal conflict.
Available Wellness Sessions
- In-person Indigenous content for Wellness Sessions
- Virtual Wellness Sessions for Junior High sites on Wednesdays on Teams 12-1pm accessible to all Division schools
Topics include:
- Grounding & Breathing Techniques
- Self Esteem/Personal affirmations
- Communication Skills, Identity - Why is it important?
- Youth Addictions
- Setting Goals
- Medicine Wheel for self-care
- Digital Safety
- Virtual Indigenous Wellness Parent Nights
STAY UP TO DATE WITH FOUR DIRECTIONS WELLNESS WORK AT EDMONTON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS:
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE FOUR DIRECTIONS WELLNESS PORTFOLIO AT EDMONTON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS, PLEASE CONTACT:
Donita Large, Four Directions Wellness Specialist
Indigenous Learning Services
(780) 441-6080