LAWRENCE, NEW YORK (JUNE 2024)—Lawrence Primary School participated in Mental Health Spirit Week during Mental Health Awareness Month in May. From Mellow Monday to Fitness Friday, the school community engaged in various activities aimed at promoting mental wellness and emotional resilience among students.
Mental Health Spirit Week kicked off with Mellow Monday, a day dedicated to teaching students the importance of self-care and reflection. Students embraced the opportunity to take time for themselves by wearing cozy pajamas to school and participating in mindfulness exercises.
Continuing the spirit of self-expression and emotional awareness, Take Care of Ourselves Tuesday encouraged students to embrace the spectrum of human emotions. Adorned in tie-dye or vibrant colors, students learned that it’s okay to acknowledge and express their feelings, fostering a culture of acceptance and understanding within the school community.
On Thankful Thursday students wore shades of green to symbolize mental health awareness. Through various activities and discussions, students explored the significance of gratitude and self-esteem in maintaining positive mental health. Closing the week on Fitness Friday, students geared up for physical activity in their athletic attire. Recognizing the vital link between physical and mental wellness, students identified the importance of staying active for their overall well-being, highlighting at least two reasons why physical activity is essential for mental health. For more information about the Lawrence UFSD and the latest District news, please visit www.lawrence.org. #LawrenceSTRONG
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Photo 1:Lawrence Primary School students, Alejandro, Jaida, and Nathalie on Fitness Friday
Photo 2: Lawrence Primary School students, Sophia, Jimmy, Ian, Nicholas, Aaron, Jacquelyn, Logan, Matias, and Walter on Thankful Thursday
Photo 3: Lawrence Primary School students, Royal, Kaitlyn, Leonel, and Morelia on Wellness Wednesday
Photo 4: Lawrence Primary School students, Bresly Madisen, Chloe, and Jackson on Take Care of Ourselves Tuesday
Photo 5: Lawrence Primary School students, Liam, Jaliyah, Jaymerin, and Bianca on Mellow Monday
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