A Harvest of Helping Hands.
In our initial newsletter back in September, we highlighted the members of the Executive Team and how we are a small but mighty force. We all collaborate with one another to achieve the mission and goals of the company. The truth behind having a small executive team is that there are many other layers of the business that ensure the fidelity and operational success of JIM Enterprises and our programs. In the spirit of harvest, we wanted to focus on the helping hands that ensure all levels of the business are operating smoothly and to the benefit of the communities we serve.
For instance working in the Salinas Headquarters, we have 10 full time employees serving to ensure the success of our Student and Parent programs in the coastal regions of our business. Our Program Managers ensure session attendance of our 115+ staff members, student behavior management, and coordination of Instructional Coach visits. The coaches rotate school site to school site to ensure the fidelity of the program in terms of our rotational model and use of our proprietary curriculum. They also support student behavior management where necessary. Our Program Coordinators focus on the operational success of the business managing student enrollment and the internal processes behind it. This includes, but is not limited to the materials management of the groups as well. They are supported by Site Liaisons who handle the delivery of the materials to each school site. From fulfilling initial group curriculum deliveries to mid quarter replenishment, they ensure the students are met with a curriculum that is accessible and common core aligned. They work hand-in-hand with our Enrollment Clerks who review student attendance and follow up with families to guarantee students are receiving the hours of intervention necessary to make the growth expected from our program’s rotational model.
Pictured here are some of our administrative and executive team members celebrating the launch of the school year. The Salinas team was able to make a collective visit to Lodi for a company wide Kick Off meeting as well as an evening of team bonding. It’s important for us to have a strong bond at the team level to ensure smooth operations year round. Knowing we can rely on one another for a helping hand at any point during the academic year ensures that not just one team member is bearing the load alone. The structure of the business has taken years to perfect as we continue to meet the needs of the ever changing educational environment.
Attitude of Gratitude
Part of the company culture, created by DeeAnn Antonini, focuses on the physical and emotional well being of our staff as well as creating a balance between work and personal life. In doing so, she has encouraged our staff to employ mindfulness practices that include gratitude journaling. At our Kick Off Meeting, we were able to do a brief meditation followed by a series of prompts that prompt gratitude journaling.
Gratitude journaling can have a significant positive impact on mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. Below are some key benefits of incorporating this into your routine:
- Enhanced Mental Health: Regularly writing about things you’re grateful for can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. It helps shift focus away from negative thoughts and promotes a positive mindset.
- Improved Mood: Reflecting on positive aspects of your life often fosters a greater sense of happiness and contentment, which can lead to an improved overall mood.
- Better Sleep: Practicing gratitude before bed can help ease worries and contribute to a more relaxed state, improving sleep quality.
- Increased Resilience: By reinforcing positive memories and focusing on things you appreciate, you build emotional resilience, making it easier to cope with difficult situations.
- Enhanced Relationships: Gratitude journaling can improve empathy and reduce tendencies toward envy or resentment, strengthening connections with others.
- Greater Self-Awareness: Reflecting on things you’re grateful for encourages mindfulness and self-awareness, helping you identify personal values and sources of joy.
- Boosted Physical Health: Some studies suggest that gratitude can positively impact physical health by lowering blood pressure, enhancing immune function, and even motivating healthier habits.
Integrating gratitude journaling into a routine, even just a few minutes a day, can lead to these lasting benefits. As we get closer to Thanksgiving, this is a great opportunity to focus on the good that surrounds us. Take a few moments each day to write down what you are grateful for and be ready to see the positive aspects this accessible habit can promote!
