Hello and welcome to my web page! As the Character Education teacher and school counselor, I offer character education classes once a week, addressing topics with the children such as Problem-Solving, Self-Esteem, Social Skills, Respect for Others and other life skills. As the school counselor I offer support around a variety of  issues and am always open to speak with parents if a need arises. 


                                                                                                                                
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Dear Parents,

You may be exploring and asking yourself about ways to talk with your child about Covid 19 during this challenging time. The following are links to web -sites that I think you will find very helpful. The most recent update is the link from the URMC Golisano Children's Hospital. These are both very good resources!


https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/childrens-hospital/coronavirus-information-for-families/resources-for-families.aspx?fbclid=IwAR1ODK8wvYKatQxyytFVlyHElweM7kODOZof-oD1k1tH1lXmRIA4TmzFFVM
         

https://www.childrensinstitute.net/about-us/covid19-resources-for-families?fbclid=IwAR0KVa91dPKma_s0VpDy6hFI1Pq9VpN7bfZ8vMoHP2KK0nN2SgdS1QOFlwQ


The following is a video story titled "The Yucky Bug," which is a child friendly way of explaining COVID 19. Please review before sharing with your child.
 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZD9KNhmOCV4&feature=youtu.be

Also, in order to maintain a learning routine at this challenging time, I will be posting lessons, topics and/or stories that your child can access for Character Education. I will be checking my email regularly if you have any questions or concerns that I can help you with. Don't hesitate to reach out if you feel the need.          Virginia.Riedman@dor.org

                               
                                          
                                                             

                                     
                                     Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade Character Education

Week of: 3/29/2020
Topic:  Our Character

Select one of these character traits that we have discussed in class...

     Perseverance          Respectful             Helpfulness                   Teamwork                                  

Listen to the story  Clifford and The Big Race

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eV1-YR906g&list=PLXhPEFHN6YGIpXZRo3MyPuFy2JC70B4rU&index=11

Write your answers to the following questions or discuss with a family member...
1. What does the trait you selected mean?
2. Why is this trait important?
3. How can you make this trait a part of your daily life? Write about this or draw a picture of you showing this trait.



                           3rd, 4th and 5th Grade                    Character Education

Week of: 3/29/2020
Topic:   Self-Care

Watch the last video below and complete your own self-care plan.
Complete this in a notebook, on an index card or a separate piece of paper.


                 Character Education                                  My Self Care Plan
 
I can exercise my body by__________   Healthy foods I eat are___________
 
 
I can relax my body and mind by_________________________
 
 
I can make myself happy by_____________________________ 


 

Videos:

Topics: Feelings/Puppet
        Self-Care