Thank you for visiting my class page!  I'm so glad you're here!

My name is Mrs. DeBenedetto and I am the Switlik Elementary School Counselor and Anti-Bullying Specialist

You are welcome to contact me at 732-833-4650 ext. 4130 or by email pdebenedetto@jacksonsd.org

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FREE Virtual Support & Resources from RWJBarnabas Health

 

RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery’s Hope and Healing Program offers emotional support services, education, and community-based resources for individuals and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

This program aims to assist those impacted by the pandemic to better adjust to their new reality through a variety of virtual services, mitigate stress, review options, develop coping strategies, and, if needed, find linkages to agencies, programs, and other resources in their community.

 

Call, click, or email:

 

833-795- HOPE (833-795-4673)

(7 Days a Week, 8 am to 8 pm)

 

 

For Programs - rwjbh.org/hopeandhealing

 

Email for More Information - hopeandhealing@rwjbh.org

 

 

Hope and Healing TV

Educational Series to Support Children and Families

 

SERIES TOPICS

**Please click on the dates/times to register

 

 

Pros and Cons of the Apps Your Kids Use

Speaker: Bryan Cardenas Jara, LSW 

30 minutes

Dates:

9/20 at 6pm

9/27 at 6pm

10/4 at 6pm

10/11 at 6pm

 

This webinar for parents will focus on apps that youth are using for school, fun, and to socialize; educate parents on the pros and cons of these applications; and discuss how to encourage their children to use them in a safe manner. 

 

 

Mindfulness for Better Sleep

Speaker: Victoria Buhl, MPH, CHES

2 part series; 30 minutes each

Dates: 

9/20 and 9/27 at 7:30pm

 

This session will focus on the importance of sleep and how to best set ourselves up for a good night’s rest by quieting our minds. Open to youth and families. 

 

 

Boundary Setting 101

Speaker: Victoria Buhl, MPH, CHES

2-part series; 30 minutes each

Dates: 

10/4 and 10/11 at 7:30pm

 

This series will discuss the importance of creating and upholding boundaries, as well as how to effectively set them for yourselves and your children. Open to parents.

 

 

Beating Procrastination and Methods of Success in Organization

Speaker: Autumn Kilduff, Support Specialist and Peer Mentor

2-part series; 30 minutes each

Dates:

9/21 and 9/23 at 5:30pm

9/28 and 9/30 at 5:30pm

10/5 and 10/7 at 5:30pm

10/12 and 10/14 at 5:30pm

 

This webinar will showcase tips on what school supplies and tools will be critical for success. Open to youth and families.

 

 

How to Recognize Toxic Friendships

Speaker: Anita Crowley, Certified School Counselor, National Anger Management Specialist

30 minutes

Dates:

9/22 at 7pm

9/29 at 7pm

10/6 at 7pm

10/13 at 7pm

 

Friendships make life more meaningful. They provide a positive effect that makes us feel good about ourselves and others – but what if your friend does the opposite? Learn the most common signs to look for in a toxic friendship and pick up tips on how to handle them. Open to all ages.

 

 

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Helping Families Across New Jersey
1-877-652-7624 

NJ Children's System of Care

NJ Children's System of Care - en Espanol 

 

Focus on The Things You CAN Control

There are so many things in our world right now that are completely OUT of our control and that is OK, but there are so many things that we CAN control. If you're feeling overwhelmed, talk to your family. 

Stop. Breathe and know WE CAN DO THIS TOGETHER!