BJC Weavings Retreat

Weavings creates a safe space for mothers to express their grief while honoring their children and celebrating their forever motherhood. Through this weekend retreat, mothers experience support from a community of other women who have also lost a child, learn new coping tools, and take time to care for themselves. 

WHEN October 26-28, 2018 

WHERE Pallottine Renewal Center Florissant, MO Weavings, available at no cost to the participant, is open to mothers who have experienced the death of a son or daughter at any age, not only those served by BJC Hospice. 

BJC Weavings Retreat

Child Abuse Prevention Program

Each year we invite educators from the Child Abuse Prevention Program to talk with Hudson students about personal safety.  The lessons build upon themselves as students move through grade-levels.  I have attached information that highlights the contents of each presentation.  For additional information, please visit this link;  you will find a video for parents and tips on talking with your children about staying safe.

CAPP educators will visit with students Thursday 9/20 & Friday 9/21.  If you have questions or concerns, please contact me prior to Thursday 9/20.  

The September newsletter from Children's Hospital has useful information for families about social media and digital use.

For the past few years, we have been practicing mindfulness exercises during guidance lessons.  This  year many of our teachers have taken on the challenge of incorporating these practices into the daily lives of our students.  I have put together a Google Community to share resources with staff and invite you to use them as well.
Mindfulness in the Classroom















Image: Heidi Forbes Oste

This thought-provoking article from The Atlantic discusses findings that correlate an increase in our youth's mental health struggles with the advent of the smartphone.  Social emotional skills developed at the elementary level can have far-reaching impacts as children get older.  Common Sense Media provides parents and educators with guidance and tips on helping children navigate social media and the cyberworld.

Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation?

An interesting article from the New York Times echoes the themes in Daniel Pink's Drive.

Which Is Better, Rewards or Punishments? Neither

"Humans are not naturally lazy (it’s not an adaptive trait), and especially not kids. We like to work hard, if we feel like we’re part of a team."

Welcome Back!

We have had a great start to the school year at Hudson!  It is always exciting to see the kids after the long weekend of summer.  By week two, it feels like we never left.

This year students and staff will extend our learning and build our capacity in the work of Restorative Practices, mindfulness, and emotional regulation.  Staff will also have the opportunity to learn more about the impact of trauma on students and how we can support from a trauma-informed lens.  As always, Hudson ROCKS expectations continue to drive our positive behavior intervention sand supports.  You can find additional information on these topics on my website:  Hudson Counselor.
(Please expect the site to be updated by mid-September as WGSD transitions to a new format.)

As the school counselor, I provide services to students, staff, parents, and the community.  Direct services to students include:

• Delivery of school guidance curriculum
• Individual student planning
• Responsive services

In addition to direct services, I collaborate with staff, parents, and the community as we work to nurture curious and joyful learners who feel confident pursuing their passions!  Please do not hesitate to contact me with your questions, concerns, or feedback.