During Fall Quarter, the students in the Occupational & Life Skills Bellevue College (OLSBC) Mindfulness course studied focusing on how to be aware of the present moment, to use their breath to reset their nervous system when feeling anxious or stressed, and how to do small steps to be kind to themselves and others. Students studied the science of how these acts of self-care make a big difference in wellbeing and ability to handle the changes of being in the first quarter of a new college.
To practice how even small acts of kindness can be uplifting and ripple out to impact others, we teamed up with Heather Rane from the BC Kindness Affinity Group to make Kindness Rocks for our campus.
The session with Heather gave us an opportunity to use art and inspiration to share kind and positive messages. Students had a great session experimenting with color and design to create a wide range of Kindness Rocks messages.
This was a great opportunity for our students to practice open mindedness and adaptability during a new activity. Students were engaged and able to share talents for creative expression.
Once the rocks were dry and sealed, students took them out to the BC Kindness Rock Garden so their messages can be shared with the community. You can find them just outside of A101 near the BC fountain!
About Mindfulness
Mindfulness is an elective course in the OLSBC program. In this course, students explore the benefits of mindfulness for physical and emotional well-being and put them into practice.
About Occupational & Life Skills Bellevue College
Occupational & Life Skills Bellevue College (OLSBC) is an associate degree program for students with learning disabilities. In our uniquely supportive skills-based program, students apply academic knowledge through community activities, service learning and social experiences. Students identify a career pathway, gain marketable, workplace-ready competencies, develop better interpersonal skills and complete an internship in alignment with their career goals.
Learn more about our program at an upcoming Information Session, open to all prospective students, family members/guardians, educators, counselors and other service providers. Come learn why OLS Bellevue College is one of the best colleges for students with learning disabilities.
Last Updated January 7, 2025