YCDSB INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
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SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH ONTARIO

PARENTS & FAMILIES

During these changing and challenging times, you may be worried about your child or teen’s mental health and well-being, especially as the pandemic persists over time. Many children and youth have struggled to adjust to all of the changes that have happened over the past many months as a result of COVID-19.  So, you may notice that from time to time your child or teen may seem worried, sad, lonely, or unsettled. 

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PHYSICAL & MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

MENTAL HEALTH RESOUCES

The York Catholic District School Board recognizes the importance of increasing awareness of the early signs of child and youth mental health problems, decreasing stigma, and understanding that help is available. We are strongly committed to promoting Mental Well-Being in all our students.

Students are encouraged to seek help if they are struggling in any way. Guidance Counsellors, teachers, administrators, doctors are always ready and willing to help.

There are many resources available for students.

TIPS FOR POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH

(Courtesy of York University’s Adolescent Psychology Study)

1. Get a good night’s sleep!

  • Keep your body and mind in top shape
  • Be equipped to deal with stressors

2. Learn to relax

  • Learn simple breathing exercises and then use them in challenging situations
  • Build time into your own schedule for activities that are calming and fun

3. Treat your body well

  • Get moving! Exercise helps manage stress
  • Eat well to help your body function at its best. Under stressful conditions, the body needs vitamins and minerals more than ever
  • Routine, routine, routine! Sleep and eat at regular times

4. Watch what you’re thinking

  • Learn to think more optimistically and reap the benefits
  • Learn to rethink how you view negative situations- look at them as opportunities to grow

5. Solve the little problems

  • Strengthen your sense of control in challenging situations
  • Look at a problem, figure out options, and take some action. Adopt the motto: Just do it.
  • Build the inner confidence to move on to life’s bigger problems
  • Build your resilience

6. See change as challenging and normal

  • See setbacks as temporary and solvable
  • You’ll succeed if you keep working toward your goals
  • Take action to solve problems
  • Have a support system and ask for help
  • Participate in activities for relaxation and fun

IMPORTANT DATES

FOR NEW STUDENTS

Full Year (Sept. - Jan)

Semester 1

Application Deadlines
Portal Opens on January 15
Portal Closes on May 15

FULL YEAR (FEB-JUN)

Semester 2

Application Deadlines
Portal Opens on September 15
Portal Closes on November 15

Renewing Students

You will be contacted and issued a renewal form by the Admissions Department.

Office Hours

M-F: 8am – 4pm
Weekends: Closed

Contact Us

(905) 713-2711 Ext. 13634
internationaleducation@ycdsb.ca

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It is important that you take care of your emotional and mental health, and physical well-being.

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