Ways to Deal with Stress: by Peer Mentor Jaclyn Wong

Hi Freshmen! The transition from middle school to high school can be a difficult one. Oftentimes, students have to adjust to a heavier workload than what they are used to having at their middle school. Sometimes, the amount of work that students are juggling can become stressful. Luckily, Lowell offers many ways to alleviate stress. One good way to get rid of stress is to exercise! Lowell has basketball courts, volleyball courts, tennis courts, a soccer field, a football field, a track, and a weight room, all of which can be used to exercise and thereby relieve stress. Another great way to deal with stress is by talking to others about your situation. The people in the wellness center in room T-14A, the councelors, your peer mentors, and your friends at Lowell are some of the best people to talk to about these things. Lastly, every year, Lowell Peer Resources holds a Stress Free Fair! The goal of the stress free fair is to provide the student body with ways to assuage their stress. In past years, the fair has included various activities like making stress balls, bouncing in a jumpy house, having fun with hula-hoops, and much, much more! The Stress Free Fair is always a great event to attend. This year’s Stress Free Fair will be held on Thursday, April 5th, and I highly encourage you to go! See you there!