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• March was originally the first month of the year in the Roman Calendar - There were 60 days of winter that did not have an official name (This makes a lot of sense)  
• March is named after the Roman god of war.  With winter over it was time to get back to fighting.  
• March is one of the least productive months of the year for businesses - most blame March Madness for distracting workers.
• The full moon in March is known as the "Worm" Moon 

Strategies for Resilience

Anxiety has been a growing concern for youth in recent years. How to Support Your Anxious Child 101, an episode from Lynn Lyon’s podcast Flusterclux, helps us to understand how anxiety works and learn how to develop strategies to raise “courageous and resilient children.” Lynn Lyons is a psychotherapist, author and speaker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety.

Referenced resources in this episode include:

MANAGING ANXIETY IN CHILDREN: A GUIDE FOR PARENTS

The Physical Symptoms of Anxiety

The Anxiety Disruptor Series (7 Short Episodes)

The Anxiety Vaccine, (Parts 1 and 2)

Developing the Skills of Prevention: Flexibility, Problem Solving, Autonomy

VUHS Girls Basketball is proud to introduce a new tradition started by the Class of 2026: the Educator Sixth Player Award. This recognition honors educators and mentors who have made a meaningful difference in the lives of our senior players. While games are played on the court, success is built through guidance, mentorship, and belief, and this award celebrates those lasting impacts.

During the final week of the regular season, seniors recognized the educators who have supported them throughout their journeys. This year’s honorees are Alison Matot, recognized by Libby Ringer; Kaci Pierce, recognized by Faith McAllister; Steve Barsalou, recognized by Ashtin Stearns; and Julie Cousino, recognized by Summer Gosliga. We are grateful for the dedication and care these educators bring to our students each day.

We are proud to share this week’s recognition from the Addison Independent! Congratulations to Calvin for being named a Student of the Week for the 2025–2026 school year. Calvin's drive, compassion, and kindness have had a positive impact on our school, making her an excellent representative of VUHS.