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Young People's EXTRA Issue 02 Winter 2023 |
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Pictured above, Jahkil Jackson, aged 15 and founder of Project I am. Read more about Jahkil below.
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Hi there. This is Issue 02 of the Young People's Extra. This newsletter is for children and young people who are adopted or live with Special Guardians. You are reading this because your grown up(s) want you to feel connected to a community of young people who understand you.
Each issue we will share news from the Young People's Group and the Children's Group and celebrate your successes. We will also share cool stuff that your friends think you will like and inspirational stories from teens around the world.
This is a space for you to have a voice and so if you have a story to share, a question to ask, a picture, poem or painting to show off please send it to us or ask a grown up to at: sgo@buckinghamshire.gov.uk OR
adoption@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
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Got something to share?
We want to hear from you!
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New date announced for SPRING 7-11s group
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The next group is Wednesday 31st May 2023. Venue still to be confirmed.Are you adopted and aged between 7 and 11? Then this group is for you! We meet 3 times per year and usually we have around 8-10 children in each group. We always have space for new members who will receive a very warm welcome. We do lots of different things such as: - painting - crafts - games- parachute fun- sports The aim of the group is to have fun and make friends. Interested? - quick - go tell your grown up!**We tried to run a group for children under a special guardianship order but did not have enough interest. If you are living with a special guardian and would like to attend a group like this, ask them to let us know. Grownups please email adoption@buckinghamshire.gov.uk to book a space for your child.
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New date announced for the Young People's Group
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The next group is 5th April in Aston Clinton for adopted young people. Are you adopted and aged 12 -18? Then this is your group! The YPG is a chance for you to meet other young people who understand you and discuss things like relationships, mental health and share experiences. Most importantly, its about having fun! What our young people say about the group:
"I enjoyed the group. Everyone is so friendly and trustworthy. I want to come back next time for definite"
"very fun, and feels like a safe space to open up about adoption related things" "I liked the Oreos and the activities - especially the painting" Are you interested? Go and have a chat with your parents/carers and ask them to email us at adoption@buckinghamshire.gov.uk We tried to run a group for young people under a special guardianship order but did not have enough interest. If you are living with a special guardian and would like to attend a group like this, ask them to let us know.
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😂Bad Joke Box😂 What do you call a joke that isn't funny? A question |
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We have been sent some beautiful pieces of artwork from J aged 9 and E aged 7. These are amazing - we love the details and the colours. Well done to you both.
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Baking is a fantastic way to spend an afternoon. Check out these dreamy biscuits decorated by T, 8 years old. This is a great way to use all your senses and get a cheeky treat for your efforts. Great job T - keep baking!
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We know that lots of you have pets and we know how much they can mean to you. Each newsletter we would like to feature YOUR PETS. So write in, send a pic and tell us why they are the BEST. Don't have a pet yet? That's okay - why not tell us what your dream pet would be and what you might name them! Pictures and photos welcome.
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| T, aged 7 sent in a picture of their nan's dog, Mojo. The texturing is awesome - good job T. |
| C, aged 13 and G, aged 9 sent in a picture of their absolutely gorgeous and very friendly cat called Noodles. Thanks for sharing guys! |
Focus: what makes you...you?
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Confidence and self esteem |
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This information is taken from mind.org.uk
If we have high self-esteem, we feel good about ourselves. And if we feel confident, we feel like there are things we’re good at. But sometimes, our confidence gets knocked, or we don’t like ourselves very much.
We can all feel like this at times, but when we feel like this for a long time, it can become a problem.
Whatever affects your confidence or self-esteem, it's important to remember that you have the right to feel good about yourself.
What is self esteem?
Your self-esteem is how you think and feel about yourself. Your self-esteem can affect how much you:
- like and value yourself as a person
- believe in yourself and the things you can do
- stand up for yourself when under pressure
- are willing to try new or difficult things
- move on from mistakes without blaming yourself unfairly
- believe you matter and are good enough
- believe you deserve happiness.
If you have high self-esteem, the way you think and feel about yourself is likely to be positive. But if you have low self-esteem, you may find that the way you think and feel about yourself is more negative, and you may feel less able to stand up for yourself.
What is confidence?
- Believing in yourself, your abilities and ideas – this could be knowing a suggestion you have in class is a good one, feeling like you can learn a new song your band wants to perform, or knowing you can ask someone out without getting cold feet.
- Understanding and accepting yourself for who you are – like being proud of your sexuality or hair colour, being okay with not being great at sports, or not wanting to change yourself to fit in with others.
Confidence doesn’t mean being ‘outgoing’. You can be quiet or shy and still be confident. And even when someone’s the loudest person in the room, that doesn't always mean they’re feeling the most confident inside.
So what can I do to improve my confidence and self esteem?
1. Be kind to yourself 2. Look after yourself 3. Focus on the positives4. Spend time with people5. Do things you enjoy6. Act confident when you don't feel itTo find more tips and advice visit mind.org.uk
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A young person with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) shared this book with us and said they loved the pictures and the fact it was all written by people with ADHD. We know lots of young people have ADHD and that this makes them wonderful in so many ways. Have a look for yourself and download here: DOWNLOADS | CAMHS Resources (camhs-resources.co.uk)
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😂Bad Joke Box😂 What goes black and white, black and white, black and white? A penguin rolling down a hill |
Blow up your frustrations |
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Fill a balloon with your worries. With each blow, let go of a worry, a frustration, a bad day or any big feeling. Then either POP it or let it fly around the room - taking all your big feelings with it.
Are you a popper or a let-go-er? (not sure that's a word) Let us know!
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Perhaps you love a nature walk or perhaps you feel that your parents drag you outside when you could be inside on screens! Well make the most of your next walk and collect some small sticks that could fit inside an empty bottle. Then, once home, get creative - add some rice, grains, nuts, beads, sand, seeds or pebbles. You've got yourself a calming rainstick to relax you next time you are feeling all arghhhhhhhhh.
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It turns out that you guys are not spending all your time on phones! A few of you have told me about the art of bullet journaling and I have totally copied you and got myself one. What a great way to stay organised, be creative, make sense of your thoughts and you get to make it all look pretty. This is just one example of how to use your journal but the possibilities are endless.
Are you a bullet-journaler? Then let us know your top tips.
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We all love the squiggle game and want to celebrate some of those incredible squiggle fixes that you guys come up with.
Not played before? Simply find a friend or family member, ask them to make a squiggle and let your imagination do the rest.
Thanks to J, aged 8 for this fantastic squiggle fix - what a great imagination you have J. |
😂Bad Joke Box😂 What is yellow and something you shouldn't drink? A school bus. |
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Jahkil Jackson was 8 when he founded Project Am I, he is now 15. After helping his aunt distribute food to homeless people, he felt a burning desire to contribute more. Jahkil now offers “Blessings Bags” to the homeless, a giveaway with water bottles, deodorant, toothbrushes, hand sanitizer, and more. He has already impacted more than 100,000 people worldwide with his project.
Find an issue you’re deeply passionate about, and nothing will stop you from having an impact.Find out more here: Project I Am (officialprojectiam.com)
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These are the movies you have told us you love. Got a favourite to share? Then email us and tell us why you love it and we can feature in the next issue.
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So why not grab some popcorn on the next rainy day and get ready for some racing and singing (but not at the same time, noooo, that could go horribly wrong!)
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Thanks for reading. You really are great.
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