Kate Richards, Author at Francis Parker School News

Helping Parker Students Thrive – Get to Know Our Student Success and Wellness Program

Francis Parker School believes that supporting the whole child–mentally, physically, socially, and emotionally–is foundational to the pursuit of academic excellence. In support of this assertion, the School named Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies as a pillar within the current Strategic Direction. Elevating this effort to a named initiative enabled the Parker administration to build a support system of mental health professionals and other academic and social support resources for our students.

Practice Mindfulness with Madame Darma

Francis Parker School teacher Laurence Darmalingom-Hoover teaches a mindfulness class for 6th graders at Parker. This course promotes wellness in the busy lives of our students. Laurence has created a recording of a Mindfulness Practice that the Parker community can listen to at home, whether on their own or with family. This practice focuses on self-love, acceptance of self, and radiating love for others to promote peace.