Stepinac推出社区休息时间，以加强社会情感学习

纽约州怀特普莱恩斯 – Stepinac is excited to announce the launch of 社区打破 Periods, a new initiative designed to enhance social and emotional development while fostering a stronger sense of community across the school.

从今年秋天开始，Stepinac将每天举行15分钟的全校休息。 学生、教师和工作人员将从一天的学术严谨中获得每天的休息，以充电、联系和参与促进幸福和归属感的活动。

“社会性学习 (选取) is essential for helping students thrive both academically and personally,” said Principal, Paul Carty. “By creating intentional opportunities for connection, reflection, and skill-building, we aim to cultivate a positive and supportive environment where every member of our community feels valued and empowered.”

Vice Principal of 学者 & 课程, Frank Portanova ‘93, added: “These 社区打破 Periods give students and faculty a safe and supportive space to practice empathy, collaboration, and self-awareness. It’s an opportunity for our school community to come together and strengthen the connections that make Stepinac such a special place.”

目的和活动Stepinac社区休息时间重点关注:

• 建立社区：鼓励在较松散的环境中进行互动，以培养归属感和积极的关系。
• 练习自我技能：帮助学生发展自我意识、社会意识、人际关系技巧和负责任的决策。
• 减轻压力，促进健康：在学业压力中提供有组织的休息时间，帮助管理压力，调节情绪，重新集中注意力。

这些时段的活动包括俱乐部会议、娱乐活动、集会、正念练习、团队建设游戏和大脑休息。

好处:

• 研究表明，选取项目改善了学校氛围，提高了学生的参与度，并提高了学习成绩（华莱士基金会）。 Stepinac’s 社区打破 Periods integrate 选取 seamlessly into the school day, creating a holistic, supportive, and enriching environment for all.