The 2025 GPPSD Employee Wellness Professional Learning Day will take place on Friday, February 28th. Registration will open Friday, January 31st at 8:30a.m. and will close Tuesday, February 11th at midnight. Requirements:
All Staff are required to attend the Morning Gathering at the Composite High School from 8:15-9:30, this will automatically be added to your schedule.
All Staff must register for and attend two breakout sessions between 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. You have the option of registering for a third session or using any one of the session times for a lunch break. *Please only register for sessions you will attend as space in each session is limited*
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Mental health and recognizing our self-care red flags - Resource Centre for suicide prevention This workshop explores the importance of mental health and identifying our own self-care red flags that signal when we need support or rest. Learn practical strategies to maintain well-being and build resilience in everyday life.
Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention Vision To promote mental well-being, raise awareness, eliminate stigma, and educate to reduce suicide, suicidal behaviors and their impacts. Mission To Raise Awareness and create conversations surrounding suicide and mental well-being, acknowledging that talking about suicide is lifesaving. To Foster Hope and resiliency by providing individuals, families, and agencies with knowledge and resources to support living well. To Empower our community by facilitating skill building, safe communication, and promoting the value of self-care.
Time: 10:00-11:30
Location: Grande Prairie Composite High School, 10501 112 Ave, Grande Prairie
Sound Bath with Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services What is Sound Healing? Sound healing is a therapeutic practice that utilizes the vibrational frequencies of sound to promote healing and relaxation. During the session, participants are immersed in a symphony of carefully crafted sounds, including crystal bowls, chimes, drums, and other instruments. This immersive experience has been proven to reduce stress, promote emotional well-being, and provide much-needed support to the nervous system. Benefits of Sound Healing: 1. Stress Relief: The harmonious sounds induce a state of deep relaxation, reducing the impact of stress on both the mind and body. 2. Emotional Well-Being: Sound healing has been shown to positively influence emotions, fostering a sense of calm and balance, and providing a valuable tool for emotional release. 3. Physical Restoration: The vibrational frequencies have a soothing effect on the nervous system, promoting physical healing and restoration. 4. Mindfulness and Self-Discovery: The session encourages mindfulness, allowing participants to connect with their inner selves, facilitating self-discovery and personal growth.
* For the session participants need to bring: -yoga mat -pillow/ blanket/eye mask
Time: 10:00-11:30 *We are grateful to have Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services offering this session at three times during the Employee Wellness Day.
Location: Grande Prairie Composite High School, 10501 112 Ave, Grande Prairie
Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services Megan Mahoney is the owner of Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services. Megan holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a rich background in various holistic modalities. Megan is am excited about the opportunity to bring the transformative benefits of sound healing to your event.
Sound Bath with Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services What is Sound Healing? Sound healing is a therapeutic practice that utilizes the vibrational frequencies of sound to promote healing and relaxation. During the session, participants are immersed in a symphony of carefully crafted sounds, including crystal bowls, chimes, drums, and other instruments. This immersive experience has been proven to reduce stress, promote emotional well-being, and provide much-needed support to the nervous system. Benefits of Sound Healing: 1. Stress Relief: The harmonious sounds induce a state of deep relaxation, reducing the impact of stress on both the mind and body. 2. Emotional Well-Being: Sound healing has been shown to positively influence emotions, fostering a sense of calm and balance, and providing a valuable tool for emotional release. 3. Physical Restoration: The vibrational frequencies have a soothing effect on the nervous system, promoting physical healing and restoration. 4. Mindfulness and Self-Discovery: The session encourages mindfulness, allowing participants to connect with their inner selves, facilitating self-discovery and personal growth.
*For the session participants need to bring: -yoga mat -pillow/ blanket/eye mask
Time: 12:00-1:30 *We are grateful to have Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services offering this session at three times during the Employee Wellness Day.
Location: Grande Prairie Composite High School, 10501 112 Ave, Grande Prairie
Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services Megan Mahoney is the owner of Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services. Megan holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a rich background in various holistic modalities. Megan is am excited about the opportunity to bring the transformative benefits of sound healing to your event.
Mental Health Literacy - Alberta Health Services, Healthy Settings Mental health literacy is important for everyone, but it's especially vital in educational settings. During this session participants will enhance their understanding of how to foster and maintain strong mental health, gain knowledge of specific mental health disorders and their treatments, be inspired to take action to reduce stigma about mental distress and mental illness and understand how to seek help effectively.
Session Time: 2:00-3:30
Location: Grande Prairie Composite High School, 10501 112 Ave, Grande Prairie
Self- Care using CAST - Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention This workshop looks at taking the CAST (Care, Ask, Support, Talk) model for helping others and applying it to ourselves. Learn how to help identify problems and find self-care activities to help with your mental health.
Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention Vision To promote mental well-being, raise awareness, eliminate stigma, and educate to reduce suicide, suicidal behaviors and their impacts. Mission To Raise Awareness and create conversations surrounding suicide and mental well-being, acknowledging that talking about suicide is lifesaving. To Foster Hope and resiliency by providing individuals, families, and agencies with knowledge and resources to support living well. To Empower our community by facilitating skill building, safe communication, and promoting the value of self-care. *We are grateful to have the Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention hosting this session at two different Locations during the 2:15 time block of our Wellness Day.
Time: 2:00-3:00
Location: Grande Prairie Composite High School, 10501 112 Ave, Grande Prairie
Sound Bath with Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services What is Sound Healing? Sound healing is a therapeutic practice that utilizes the vibrational frequencies of sound to promote healing and relaxation. During the session, participants are immersed in a symphony of carefully crafted sounds, including crystal bowls, chimes, drums, and other instruments. This immersive experience has been proven to reduce stress, promote emotional well-being, and provide much-needed support to the nervous system. Benefits of Sound Healing: 1. Stress Relief: The harmonious sounds induce a state of deep relaxation, reducing the impact of stress on both the mind and body. 2. Emotional Well-Being: Sound healing has been shown to positively influence emotions, fostering a sense of calm and balance, and providing a valuable tool for emotional release. 3. Physical Restoration: The vibrational frequencies have a soothing effect on the nervous system, promoting physical healing and restoration. 4. Mindfulness and Self-Discovery: The session encourages mindfulness, allowing participants to connect with their inner selves, facilitating self-discovery and personal growth.
For the session participants need to bring: -yoga mat -pillow/ blanket/eye mask
Time: 2:00-3:30 *We are grateful to have Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services offering this session at three times during the Employee Wellness Day.
Location: Grande Prairie Composite High School, 10501 112 Ave, Grande Prairie
Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services Megan Mahoney is the owner of Awaken Counselling & Holistic Services. Megan holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a rich background in various holistic modalities. Megan is am excited about the opportunity to bring the transformative benefits of sound healing to your event.
