Job Corps observes Mental Health Awareness Month with many activities
MEDINA – Students at Iroquois Job Corps Center enjoyed a day of special activities on Wednesday in observance of Mental Health Awareness Month.
“It was a day of fun, food and activities to celebrate and acknowledge Mental Health Awareness Month,” said Jeanette Barr, senior administrative assistant.
The theme for the day was “Movement: Moving more for our mental health.” Zachary Sargent, Mental Health consultant, addressed staff and students regarding the importance of maintaining good mental health during his opening and closing remarks.
“It was great for all to enjoy time together and everyone had a wonderful time,” Barr said.
Activities included dress down day, chicken barbecue, Lugia’s ice cream truck, caricature artist Rob Dumo, gardening, basketball contest, yoga and several other activities. Students also had fun with squirt guns on the hot day.