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Kibworth Mead Academy

14th December 2024 | Schools

At Kibworth Mead Academy we want our young people to develop into well-rounded citizens who are able to make a difference in their community. This is underpinned by our values of work hard, be kind, be proud, which permeate every aspect of KMA life. As part of our emphasis on developing students holistically, we place strong emphasis on the extra-curricular opportunities on offer.

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Staying safe during severe weather events

14th December 2024 | Community

We have continued to see news reports from across England and Wales, sharing accounts of severe weather events. We've seen the damage that they have caused in local communities over the past few weekends to homes, businesses and to individuals.

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Look After Your Mind - Deep Relaxation

14th December 2024 | Health

The word relax comes from Latin and means to loosen or open. It is also linked to free, as in free up. Relaxing deeply is not just a physical process, but also a loosening up of thoughts; a kind of quiet and gentle concentration that focuses the mind on pleasant things. Here’s a script I use when I want to relax. If you try it, I recommend getting someone with a soothing voice to record it for you, speaking quietly and slowly. When you wish to listen, sit somewhere peaceful where you will not be disturbed. Close your eyes, though this is not essential, but if you keep them open stare at the floor or a blank space on the wall and don’t let your gaze wander. Now notice your body and deliberately relax your muscles, then enjoy…

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