Contact Mrs. Wiley
What is Mrs. Barnhart's e-mail address?
barnhartk@district112.org
What is the name of something that you can do for a brain break?
Take a break, eat a snack, have a drink of water, listen to music, exercise, etc.
True or False: It is important to take time to yourself each day.
True!
What is one opportunity you are given each day (at least once) that you are able to talk to your friends?
Social skills, WIN time, any class time
What are some ways you can stay healthy while you are at home?
Eat right, get enough sleep, brain breaks (especially from electronics), exercise, etc.
If you are on Google classroom and you have a question, how can you ask Mrs. Barnhart (or someone else) about it?
You can type a comment and ask the question, email Mrs. Barnhart, or ask an adult.
What is the break that you take during the day?
Answers will vary: Listening to music (and others), play with a pet, eat, call a friend
What staff member can you contact if you are struggling with something mentally/emotionally?
Mrs. Barnhart, Julie, Jen, Jason, or any trusted adult!
Most of you were already connecting with friends before the quarantine. What were you doing that you are able to keep doing that isn't face to face?
Talk on the phone, text, social media (with parental consent of course!)
What are the 5 food groups you should have in your diet each day?
Grains, vegetables, fruit, dairy, and meat. (No, its not ice cream, chips, soda, candy, and junk.)
What is the app that you can see your points for the day?
Class Dojo
What are some other brain breaks you can think of?
(Various answers)
What is a "brain break" or mental break that does not include activity?
Lie or sit quietly with your eyes closed to relax (or meditation), breathing techniques, etc.
True or False: Connecting with friends is bad for my mental health.
False.
True or False: Having a normal routine at home like you do at school is important to your health.
True!
Who are at least two other adults that you can ask for help if you need it?
Parents, PCA, Julie, Jen
How much physical activity should you have each day?
Answers may vary.
What other factors are important in mental health?
Various answers
Doctors say it is important to talk to other people each day. How much time do they say you should spend talking to other people?
Answers may vary: 30 minutes (at least)
How much sleep do doctors say kids your age should get each night?
10-11 hours
True or False: If I am frustrated and confused, I should try to problem solve first before typing in the comments.
True
True or False: Mrs. Barnhart likes to go for runs for her brain break.
FALSE! Mrs. Barnhart likes to rest during brain breaks!
How can you balance working out the left and right sides of your brain? (Using both sides is important!)
Participate in school each day works the left side of your brain. To work the right side, find something that is creative that you enjoy (sculpting, drawing, dancing, music, singing, playing) and give it your all!
How else can you connect with friends and family?
Various answers
What are some other ways to stay healthy?
Various answers