Summer Groups
Find the days and descriptions of each Middle Grades group below:
πΉοΈ Middle Grade Game Group- Every Monday from 12:15 PM-1:00 PM
Looking for a mid-day summer break? Join us for 45 minutes of fun and games every Monday. There will be bingo, charades, trivia, scavenger hunts and more! This is an open group and you can join at any time.
π Prep for 6th Grade Group- Every Tuesday from 11:00 AM-11:45 AM
As you get ready to enter 6th grade and begin your middle school years, you may be both excited and nervous. Join MSW intern Joshua as he leads you through a 6 week group that is focused on getting you ready for middle school. This group will cover topics such as staying organized, managing time, how to ask your teachers for help, becoming more independent, and more! This is an open group and you can join at any time.
π Middle Grade LGBTQI+ Group- Every Wednesday from 11:00 AM-11:45 AM
Dear Middle Grades Students - The Sexuality and Gender Alliance will be meeting virtually this summer! If you are already a member, if youβre interested in seeing what SAGA is like, or if you just want to hang out with other middle school kids who identify within the LGBTQI+ community or who are allies, join MSW interns Joshua and Nina for this 6 week group! There will be opportunities to socialize, relax, and have fun as well as the chance to learn more about LGBTQI+ topics and discuss any difficulties you may be having related to your identity. This group is an open group and you can join at any time.
π¨ Middle Grade Social Group- Every Wednesday from 2:30 PM-3:15 PM
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed and uncomfortable in social situations? Navigating social environments can be tricky, especially while experiencing changes throughout Middle Grades. This virtual social group will work together to develop coping skills to effectively manage anxiety, increase social awareness and social skills, practice responding to social cues, and more! This is an open group and you can join at any time.
π¨ Middle Grade Art Group- Every Thursday from 11:15 AM-12:00 PM
Are you looking for a chance to be creative this summer? Join MSW intern Joshua as he leads you through a 6 week group centered around expressing your artistic side. All levels of artists are welcome! You will have an opportunity to engage with some funny drawing prompts, work together on group drawings, and learn about using art to express feelings you may not have words to describe. This group is an open group and you can join at any time.
ποΈ Middle Grade Executive Functioning Group- Every Friday from 12:30 PM-1:15 PM
Executive functioning skills are used every day to learn, work, and manage daily life. As we navigate times of stress and uncertainty, it can be hard to focus, follow directions, and handle emotions. Join our MSW Intern, Nina, as we work to build our working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control through this 6-week virtual summer program. This group is an open group and you can join at any time.
ZOOM MEETING ID: 317 019 9307
If you are thinking about attending, let us know here: https://forms.gle/
Not interested in a group? Email ninavlatkovic@nestmk12.net or joshuawilson@nestmk12.net for a private mental health check in.
Find the days and descriptions of each Upper Grades group below:
π Prep for 9th Grade- Every Monday from 11:00 AM-11:45 AM
Transitioning to high school is both challenging and exciting. Join MSW Intern Nina as she leads you through a 6-week group centered around topics to prepare you for high school. The group will cover topics such as staying organized in all your classes, making new friends, how to ask for extra help, and more!
πΉοΈ UG Game Group- Every Tuesday from 12:15 PM-1:00 PM
Looking for a mid-day summer break? Join us for 45 minutes of fun and games every Monday. There will be bingo, charades, trivia, scavenger hunts and more!
π UG LGBTQI Group- Every Wednesday from 12:15 PM-1:00 PM
If you are looking for ways to connect with other LGBTQI upper grades students this summer, join MSW interns Joshua and Nina for this 6-week group! There will be opportunities to socialize, relax, and have fun as well as the chance to learn more about LGBTQI topics and discuss any difficulties you may be having related to your identity.
π¨ UG Social Group- Every Thursday from 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Many people feel overwhelmed and uncomfortable in social situations. Navigating new social groups in high school can be challenging, and the pandemic has made many people feel more stressed out. This virtual group will work together to develop coping skills to effectively manage anxiety, increase social awareness and social skills, practice responding to social cues, and more!
π¨ UG Art group- Every Friday from 11:15 AM-12:00 PM
Art, creativity, and fun! Join our MSW Intern, Nina, for an opportunity to express your artistic side this summer. We will explore imagination and self-expression through painting, coloring, drawing and more!
ZOOM MEETING ID: 317 019 9307
If you are thinking about attending, let us know here: https://forms.gle/2zJh61KtfD6G26UFA
Not interested in a group? Email ninavlatkovic@nestmk12.net or joshuawilson@nestmk12.net for a private mental health check in.
