Understanding the Need
Written by: Mary Stephenson
When home is not a safe place and school is neither, a child has trauma.
I always thought of trauma as something that required a visit to the ER. Then as the years went by there was PTSD brought to our attention.
The American Psychological Association describing as follows:
Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event like an accident, rape or natural disaster. Immediately after the event, shock and denial are typical. Longer term reactions include unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea.
Teaming Up With Sycamore School
Olivia and her Lion’s crew
Monday morning brought us all together to Sycamore School. Accompanied by our various painting supplies we were ready to work.
After Olivia LaField’s visit to our weekly meeting last week and the wonderful project she is taking on, we got on board to pitch in. Continue reading
A New Vision and Volunteers Needed
Written by: Mary Stephenson
On June 8, 2016 Kurt, Gary and I went to Sycamore School for a meeting with principal Susanna Winstead. She invited Olivia LaField to join us.
We were given a list of the schools needs and they are looking for volunteers.
I was totally blown away with the program Olivia has put into place. “Skills of Independence” After hearing about it and actually witnessing the difference in the kids at Sycamore, I can only say it is working. Continue reading
Do You Remember Those Days?
written by: Mary Stephenson
Water relays at Sycamore School
A number of us had the pleasure of joining the kids at Sycamore School on June 2nd. This was their last day of school.
Dreading the possibility of having to fire up the grill in 100 degree weather and master the art of keeping hot dogs from cooking to a crisp. Continue reading
In Honor
written by: Mary Stephenson
On May 25, 2016 there was a” Patriotic Assembly” in memory of those who served in the military.
It was held at Sycamore School in Redding.
The program was “Music in the Air“.
Children performed a list of patriotic songs and each ending their performance with an adopted university chant.
Star Spangled Banner (OSU Cheer) K-1st grade Continue reading
