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ALL RISE

WE ARE FALCONS

INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL

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EXCELLENCE

IN CLASS

ON CAMPUS

IN THE COMMUNITY

    • PARTICIPATE IN CLASS DISCUSSIONS AND ACTIVITIES
    • ACT WITH MATURITY
    • WORK TOWARDS YOUR PERSONAL BEST

    • BE AN UPSTANDER NOT A BYSTANDER
    • LEAD BY EXAMPLE
    • HAVE A GROWTH MINDSET

    • BE A ROLE MODEL FOR OTHERS
    • RESPECT DIFFERENCES
    • GROW THROUGH ADVERSITY

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Why are we talking about mental health?

Mental Wellness

MATTERS!

  • More than 50 million Americans struggle with mental health
  • Rate of depression has increased in teens from 12% to 25% since the pandemic
  • Positive mental health leads to healthier lifestyle and living longer

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You are not alone!

Mental Wellness

MATTERS!

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VIDEO

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Tips for Mental Wellness

  • SLEEP- you need 8-10 hours each night!
  • EAT- more fruits and vegetables- these help your mental health!
  • GET OUTSIDE- Take a walk, take your younger family members to the park, go workout, listen to music in your yard
  • GET INVOLVED- Being a part of a club or sport- doing something for a cause is good for you!
  • BE NICE TO YOU- tell yourself 3 positive qualities every day!

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  1. What is one way your mental health has improved since returning to school after COVID?
  2. What is one mental wellness strategy you practice?
  3. What is one new tip you can try this week?

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