Caring Through the Holidays
Free Family Guide: Support Students and Families This Holiday Season - available in English and Spanish
The holiday season can be exciting for students, but it can also bring big emotions, disrupted routines, and increased stress for families. That’s why we created Caring Through the Holidays, a free, ready-to-use family guide that equips caregivers with simple ways to support children’s emotional well-being during this busy time.
It's packed with conversation starters, gratitude activities, and practical ways to recognize when stress becomes something more—plus clear guidance on when and how to reach out for support.
What's Inside
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Tips for managing holiday stress and recognizing when a child may need extra support
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Activities for Connection Ready-to-use family activities including conversation starters, a gratitude jar, thank you note templates, acts of kindness checklist, and appreciation exercises
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Simple strategies that strengthen calm, connection, and communication at home
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Guidance on reaching out for help, including how school mental health supports fit in
Who Is This For
For District Leaders A valuable resource to share with families that supports student mental health, strengthens home-school partnerships, and provides practical tools families can use immediately. Easy to distribute via email, parent portals, or school communications.
For Families Parents and caregivers looking for simple, practical ways to support their children's emotional well-being during the holidays while strengthening family connection. Perfect for families with elementary through high school students.
