The Domino Effect
The Domino Effect

Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

The Domino Effect: Welcome to Season 2 of the Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. podcast series. Join Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild, and Stacy Moore as they discuss issues related to mental health in education. Their conversations are witty and relate-able,...

InformativeSupportiveEducationalEngagingMotivational

17:57•4 Jan 2021

RSS Feed

About this podcast

Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

DESE Podcasts

Dr. Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild and Dr. Stacy Moore discuss Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. - a project to Advance Wellness And Resiliency in Education. Project A.W.A.R.E. is a grant program funded by S.A.M.H.S.A. (the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). Betsy is an educator, a licensed school counselor and the Statewide Coordinator for Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. She has worked in Arkansas schools for nearly 20 years. Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked in schools for about 10 years. She is the project manager at one of the Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.. remote sites. Stacy is a Behavior Support Specialist/School Psychologist with Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. and has been working in Arkansas schools over 15 years. They love working together and this podcast is a result of the creative energy synthesized through their conversations about mental health awareness. They begin by sharing a little about their previous work background and goals for this podcast series. In subsequent episodes, they focus on individual topics related to school culture and mental health. Their conversations are as witty and entertaining as they are informative. They share touching personal stories and address real-life situations that will help enable every listener to become more A.W.A.R.E. of the world around them. The episodes in this series are generally less than ten minutes long, but are packed with valuable information and commentary that will leave you wanting more! New episodes are scheduled for release weekly, every Monday. This project is dedicated to Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education. Please feel free to subscribe to this podcast and join us as we strive to help everyone become more A.W.A.R.E.! Website: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/school-health-services/arkansas-aware Produced by Donnie Lee Music: https://www.purple-planet.com More information: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/communications/dese-podcasts

Emotional HealthSobriety ToolkitBody & MindMindful RecoveryRelationships

Episodes: 135

View Podcast Visit External Site

Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

The Domino Effect: Helping Kids Handle School Stress

“So when they get in our car, we're dealing not with just, oh, a clean slate.”

Ever wondered how to help kids manage the stress that comes with school? In this episode of Arkansas A.W.A.R.E., hosts Dr. Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild, and Dr. Stacy Moore tackle this very issue with their usual blend of wit and wisdom. They dive into the importance of recognizing 'setting events'—those moments that set the tone for a child's day—and how these can affect kids long after the bell rings.

The conversation is packed with practical advice for both educators and parents. Want to make the car ride home more soothing? They’ve got tips for that. Curious about using affirmations to boost a child’s mood? They cover it. The hosts also share stress management techniques like deep breathing and mindfulness exercises that can be practiced in the classroom. They emphasize the value of turning these practices into habits through repetition, making them second nature for children.

This episode is a treasure trove of actionable tips and heartfelt advice aimed at supporting children's mental health and well-being. Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or just someone interested in mental health, you'll find plenty of useful insights here.

PreviousThe Nitty Gritty

NextHere's Your Wand