Leaside Rotary’s motto is “Passionately supporting Leaside since 1940.” We express this in different ways. One is providing funds to local initiatives focusing on supporting children. The most recent example of this was when Leaside Rotary gladly sponsored Leaside High School’s Academic Resiliency Workshops facilitated by Common Compass.
The initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to student mental health and well-being. In addition, it’s aligned with Leaside High School’s School Improvement Plan of fostering a sense of belonging. The program was based on the results of a recent student survey and addressed the issues of academic pressures in this group of Grade 11 students, who are considering their future steps in education.
The workshops held at LHS were offered over several weeks to all Grade 11 students. The participating students attended a two-hour Academic Resiliency Workshop, which provided these students with practical strategies to manage procrastination, regulate stress, and build resilience – critical skills as they prepare for Grade 12 and beyond. This very successful program gave them practical tips to help address their mental health concerns and motivated students to learn and face the challenges ahead.
Leaside Rotary Club proudly supported this worthwhile initiative.
This post was guest contributed by Craig Hutchison.
