Table of Contents
· Donate/Join PTSA
· Holiday Gift Giving with GiveBacks
· Anti-Tobacco/Vaping Campaign Coming
· Mental Health Essay Contest & Free Webinars
· December Dining Day & Events Calendar
DONATE TODAY
If you have not already, please consider donating to your PTSA, or better yet, become a member! The PTSA cannot operate without supporters like you, and remember, becoming a member does not obligate you to volunteer!
We are currently working to fully fund our teacher grants and senior scholarships accounts.
Link to donate or join: http://www.chantillyhsptsa.org/
GIVEBACKS
Through GiveBacks, you can shop while effortlessly raising money for the PTSA! Simply log into your account (or create one at http://www.givebacks.com), select Chantilly High School PTSA as your charity, and link your credit card to your GiveBacks account. Your information is secure and protected! When you shop at participating stores using your card, money is automatically donated to the PTSA! You can also donate while shopping online by adding the GiveBacks chrome extension and clicking on the GiveBacks icon when it pops up!
Also on GiveBacks, you can purchase a cozy fleece Chantilly Spirit Blanket (50X60) for your CHS and soon-to-be CHS students, alumni, relatives, and friends. They are going fast! To get yours, visit our store: http://vapta-00014125.memberhub.com/store
ANTI-TOBACCO AND
ANTI-VAPING CAMPAIGN
The National PTA has collaborated with the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids to build on the association’s commitment to educating youth, parents, school boards and local officials on the dangers of e-cigarettes and other tobacco products.
Chantilly PTSA has been awarded a grant to fund our own campaign during the remainder of the school year. Anyone who is interested in volunteering any amount of time can e-mail Nina Zaretsky at secretary@chantillyhsptsa.org. The campaign will kick off after the winter break. Stay tuned for more information!
MENTAL HEALTH ESSAY CONTEST/WEBINARS
The National Institute of Mental Health is inviting students ages 16 to 18 to participate in their "Speaking Up About Mental Health" essay contest. This gives teens an opportunity to make their voices heard and explore ways to reduce the stigma around mental health conditions and those seeking treatment from a mental health provider. The contest opened on December 1st, and the submission deadline is January 16, 2024. Winners will be announced on May 31, 2024. To learn more, go to: www.nimhd.nih.gov/programs/edu-training/mental-health-essay-contest/
Mindspring Mental Health Alliance is hosting the following free Webinars in December:
Mental Health & Mental Illness: What’s the Difference? | Wed 12/13 | 12-1:00p CST While these terms are often used interchangeably, mental health and mental illness are not the same - and this misunderstanding can cause us to overlook the signs that someone needs help. This one-hour seminar provides an accessible guide to understanding what mental health is, the categories of mental illness, and how they’re treated. Separate myths & facts with a licensed therapist. Register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_2VyCKOFDQ3GwfkNUQQIXcA
Understanding Oppositional Defiant Disorder | Thurs 12/14 | 12-1:00p CST It’s not unusual for children and teenagers to be defiant, and to question authority on occasion. Discuss how disordered behavior is distinguished from typical child development and explore the diagnostic criteria, causes, and treatment of oppositional defiant disorder in this one-hour seminar. Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_eZx8EYo5RM2hr9tQLH9aoQ
Creating a Low-Stress Environment and Minimizing Crises | Wed 12/20 | 10-11:00a CST People are susceptible to strain from many sources, including work and school obligations, illness, finances, interpersonal conflict, and more. Learn strategies to create and maintain a low-stress environment, identify & respond to ‘red flags’, and communicate in times of crisis with a licensed therapist. Register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_Yb3ozHYvTw2tBSicGAeWGg
Conflict Management and Problem-Solving in Relationships | Wed 12/20 | 12-1:00p CST Confronting problems can be challenging. Heightened emotions, irrational thinking, impaired judgment, and distorted perceptions impact our ability to solve problems quickly. Learn strategies for effective problem-solving and conflict management with a licensed therapist. Register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_yEF64QAtQIa-zMJjbiynvA
Understanding Family Reactions to Mental Illness | Thurs 12/21 | 12-1:00p CST Understanding why people experience things differently can help to ease tension & increase acceptance. Discuss the caregiving experience, the stages of emotional response, and learn how to respond and cope with a licensed therapist. Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_Now9KorISOG1eoPMBfr55A
DINING DAY/DECEMBER EVENTS
Dine at Texas Roadhouse any Tuesday in December and raise money for the PTSA! See the flyer below!
Winter Teens in Action Camp
at Sully Community Center
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Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services free Teens in Action Camp. Check out the flyer and registration form for the camp at Sully Community Center, which will run from December 18th-21st and December 26th-29th. Teens In Action is for any participant that is in 7th-12th grade. This camp will offer a wide variety of activities - such as sports, arts & crafts, STEAM, music, and even field trips. Spaces are limited.
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❄️December 18th - January 1st, Winter Break!
4201 Stringfellow Rd., Chantilly, VA 20151 |
Main Office: 703-222-8100
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