This year it’s more important than ever to stay informed about how to take care of our mental health. Many of us are facing novel challenges that are made even more difficult to cope with because of social distancing protocols. This year's mental wellness cafe will focus on connecting with your friends, family and community. We will be featuring performances and artwork from St. Mary, All Saints and Virtual school students! We will also have a panel of school support staff (board mental health lead Diane Mullane, social worker, Andre Chor and chair of guidance and career studies Diana Stanesic) who will be available to answer questions. This year's virtual mental wellness cafe is proud to present the return of Jennifer Kolari. One of the nation’s leading parenting experts, Jennifer Kolari is a highly sought-after international speaker and the founder of Connected Parenting. A child and family therapist with a busy practice based in Toronto and San Diego, Kolari is also the author of Connected Parenting: How To Raise A Great Kid (Penguin Group USA and Penguin Canada, 2009) and You’re Ruining My Life! (But Not Really) Surviving the Teenage Years with Connected Parenting (Penguin Canada, 2011). Kolari is a frequent guest on many national morning shows and her advice can be found in many Canadian and U.S. magazines. For more information, please visit her website: www.connectedparenting.com
