ANKENY, Iowa – A new space at two Ankeny middle schools has been created to give students a place to reset and work through mental health challenges.
The space is called the Brain Health Retreat Room. It allows students to take a 15 minute break if they’re feeling overwhelmed or overstimulated.
In the room, you’ll find couches, “hug chairs” that reduce noise and allow for a bit of privacy, and spaces to color or play with fidgets. There are snacks in the room too.
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Once a student asks to go to the room, they’ll fill out a brief survey and check in with the room’s licensed social worker who is there to assist…