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Quote of the Day
Quote of the Day Our soul desires to be understanding, our ego is only concerned with being understood. When you are being understanding you are connected to your soul. -Michaiel Bovenes
Making Halloween Fun for Special Needs Kids
For many of us, Halloween is a time to dress up, let loose and have fun, but it is easy to forget that this time of year can be very stressful for kids with special needs and their families. Halloween [...]
Thought of the day: What is a supportive environment?
Thought of the day: What is a supportive environment? A supportive environment is characterized by or displaying affirmation, acceptance, patience, and safety which help to build self-efficacy and self-esteem. A supportive environment also builds a strong community which help build [...]
Calais Thoughts of the Day Acknowledge School Violence Awareness Week
Each day one student makes the morning announcements to the entire school. We say the pledge of allegiance, explore current events and share Calais news. Morning announcements end with the thought of the day. This week’s thoughts of the day [...]
Thought of the day: What is conflict resolution?
Thought of the day: What is conflict resolution? We may feel that something is unfair, something has been taken or broken that we value, someone is being mean, we're not getting a fair share, etc. Conflict resolution means sorting things [...]
Thought of the day: What is anger management?
Thought of the day: What is anger management? Anger is a primary, natural emotion with functional survival value, which we all experience from time to time. Anger management is training for temper control and is the skill of remaining calm. [...]