School of Education Events
[PAST EVENT] Take Ten: Gratitude Afternoons
Access & Features
- Free food
As part of W&M Education Week, join us for daily afternoon activities designed to help students, faculty and staff de-stress and make deeper connections with the community. We'll have a series of activities and treats every afternoon, Monday through Thursday, to show gratitude for the extraordinary work that the practicing and aspiring educators in our community are doing.
All events are 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in the School of Education lobby
Monday, November 15: Hot Chocolate/Coffee Bar + Candygrams
Join us for a Ben & Jerry's hot chocolate and coffee bar featuring multiple flavors, toppings and biscotti. While you sip your drink, write a thank you card to the important educators in your life and deliver with a piece of candy!
Tuesday, November 16: Art Therapy + Extraordinary Cupcakes
Join the Muscarelle Museum of Art’s Director of Engagement Steve Prince in creating a unique piece of artwork that you can take home. We'll also have delicious desserts!
Wednesday, November 17: Finding Happiness with Mindful Self-Compassion Practices
Take an afternoon break and join School of Education Dean Robert Knoeppel for recess with fun games and sweet and salty snacks!
Thursday, November 18: Drop-in Yoga and mindfulness + Tea and cookies
Join Sarah Balascio, W&M art therapist for an art-based activity designed to decrease stress and increase positive mood. All materials will be provided, all skill levels are welcome; just bring your imagination! We'll also have mini-cupcakes in assorted flavors from Extraordinary Cupcakes!
**All treats and activities are first-come, first-served.
**We are grateful for the generous partnerships of Muscarelle Museum and W&M Health & Wellness in planning these events!
Contact
Erica Carter, [[emcarter, emcarter@wm.edu]]