Resources
We have put together a list of free additional external resources
Mental Health
Understanding and Managing Teen Anxiety – A Workshop for Parents (Jan 16, 2025) - Resources provided by Drs. Michele Foster & Nina Mafrici, clinical psychologists and the co-directors of Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group (TPWG)
Teen Depression - Feeling Down? Depression in Children & Youth (Nov 14, 2024) - Resources provided by Ms Gena Little, RSW
Kids and Anxiety (Jan 17, 2024) - List of resource provided by Ms Catherine Lyall, LHS Social Worker
Support techniques - Deep Breathing Worksheet, Grounding techniques
Other resources - Walk Ins Helplines & Agencies, Apps for Mental Health
Websites - https://anxietycanada.com/ https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-topics/anxiety
Shift Your Thinking- Support library
Check out this library of experts speaking on topics including dyslexia, learning disabilities, ADHD, parent support, and wellbeing.
Youth vaping
Internet Awareness & Gaming
Internet Awareness - Understanding the world of Social Media & Cyberbullying as a Parent (April 17, 2024) - List of resources provided by Officer Megan
Internet Safety Resources for children, youth and caregivers
Resources - Youth Mental Health, General Mental Health, Problem Technology/Gaming/Social Media Use
AI video - Don't share your kids personal information without consent Disclaimer, there is language in the video that some viewers may find inappropriate
Identity theft video - Amazing mind reader reveals his "gift"
Information shared by parents attending the session:
Parental controls to control Internet access/usage
Parental controls for mobile devices
Bell - block cellphone data on a recurring schedule i.e. during school hours or overnight (you also need to disable wifi available from other sources
Other tools to pause internet by device on demand or on a schedule
Google Nest (option for the more tech savvy parents)
Mastering the Game: Navigating Gaming Trends and Healthy Play
Karen Hlady and Tracy Tsui explore the world of gaming, emerging trends, online platforms, why people game, the neurobiology, gamblification, benefits and risks of gaming, as well as resources and strategies for healthy play. Watch here.
TDSB & PIAC resources
TDSB Parent and Caregiver resources - https://www.tdsb.on.ca/About-Us/Innovation/ForParents
PIAC (Parent Involvement Advisory Committee) Resources - https://www.torontopiac.com/resources
Have additional resources we should add? Please forward your suggestions to the school council mailbox - SC.LeasideHighSchool@tdsb.on.ca