With the holiday break approaching it is normal to be excited and stressed at the same time! The holidays are not merry and bright for everyone. 64% of people with mental health conditions report that their conditions worsen around the holidays. Here are ways to show yourself comfort and joy this season:
We’re grateful for our amazing students, staff, and community. We wish you and your family a joyful, peaceful, and safe Thanksgiving.
🎶 Shoutout to our amazing middle schoolers who participated in the Mustang Choral Festival! Your hard work and beautiful voices made us all #NPSProud! 👏🎤
Thanksgiving Week reminds us that practicing gratitude not only boosts mental health but also helps build stronger, healthier relationships. Let’s take a moment every day to appreciate the good around us and the people who make life brighter! 💕
#NPSMentalHealthMonday
📚✨ Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by diving into stories that honor Indigenous voices and cultures! Check out these book suggestions written and/or illustrated by Native Americans and let your imagination soar. 🪶📖 What will you read first?
Like most of you, we have been monitoring the severe weather predicted to impact our area since Sunday evening. Based on the information available at this time and out of an abundance of caution due to the timing of the potential weather threat, Norman Public Schools will be closed on Monday, November 18, 2024.
All before-school practices and activities have been canceled as well. We will continue to monitor the weather throughout the early afternoon and determine whether after-school practices and activities will be impacted.
Based on the forecast provided to us at this time, we plan for after-school activities and practices to take place. Again, if it changes, we will communicate otherwise as soon as possible.
📚✨ Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by diving into stories that honor Indigenous voices and cultures! Check out these book suggestions written and/or illustrated by Native Americans - (including two by a Norman High grad!) and let your imagination soar. 🪶📖 What will you read first?
🎉 Today we celebrate Oklahoma Statehood Day! 🌾 On this day in 1907, Oklahoma officially became the 46th state in the union. Let’s take pride in our heritage and honor the rich history of our great state!
🎉 Thank You Norman Public School Foundation!! Today the Foundation announced a $500,000 gift to create Foundation Labs at all 17 NPS elementary schools! 🔬💻🎨 The 2023 Bond included funds to build STEAM labs! The Foundation’s gift will provide the innovative curriculum and materials to ensure all students can explore science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in a fun and engaging way! We can’t wait to see the impact this will have on our future innovators! 🚀✨
Learn more about the labs at: https://bit.ly/foundationlabs
Ready for playoff football this weekend? 🏈 📣
A reminder of our Event Safety Guidelines for the benefit of all Tigers and Timberwolves fans: https://www.normanpublicschools.org/o/nps/page/athletics
Remember to get plenty of rest! Good sleep habits are connected to better physical and mental health.
Children and teenagers need more sleep than adults do. General guidelines:
💤ages 3-12: 10-12 hours each day
💤ages 13-17: about nine hours each day
#NPSMentalHealthMonday
On Veterans Day, we come together to recognize and thank the courageous men and women who have served in our nation’s military. Your service and sacrifice ensure the freedoms we cherish.
NPS proudly honors all veterans within our community.
Happy STEM Day! 🚀🔬 A day to celebrate how our students are 'building' knowledge, 'engineering' fun, and 'calculating' their path to success! 🧠💡
Talking to your kids about substance abuse use can be intimidating. The Talk They Hear You app can help.
The app shows parents how to turn everyday situations into opportunities to talk with their kids about alcohol and other drugs. It also equips them with the necessary skills, confidence, and knowledge to start and continue these conversations as their kids get older! #NPSMentalHealthMonday
NPS celebrates and honors the rich histories, diverse cultures, and significant contributions of Native Americans. This month is an opportunity to reflect, learn, and appreciate the vibrant traditions and resilience of Indigenous peoples. Let’s come together to recognize the important role Native Americans have played in shaping our nation and community.
Start Strong, Finish Strong 💪 Regular attendance sets the foundation for a successful school year.
GOOD LUCK AT STATE! 🏃♂️🏃♀️
The NHS Boys and Girls teams and three NNHS individuals will compete at the State Cross Country Meet tomorrow! We’re #NPSProud of your hard work and dedication. Bring your best and make us proud! 💪
Mental illness-related costumes and decorations have long been part of Halloween. Imagine how these could make someone experiencing mental illness or receiving mental health care feel and what message it is sending.
You can be spooky this Halloween while also being mindful! #NPSMentalHealthMonday
During Healthy Choices Week a reminder to talk to your child: Be Kind To Your Mind and live drug-free.
Resources to help with the conversation can be found at RedRibbon.org and/or SAMHSA.gov/talk-they-hear-you
Did you know that teens who eat dinner with their families are less likely to use drugs and alcohol? Cook a family meal together this week and have some family table time! #NPSMentalHealthMonday
