What people do to release stress can vary from person to person. On April 15, 2026, in recognition of International Wellness Day, Sea Dragons Gavel Club organized a series of Erika’s Lighthouse Awareness into Action activities in collaboration with the school’s counselors.
President Bruce Yu and Vice President Dylan Guo hosted a DIY stress ball booth, which attracted strong participation throughout the event. At the DIY stress ball booth, materials such as balloons, millet, and markers were prepared in advance. Students first decorated the balloons with drawings or short messages, then inflated them slightly. Millet was poured into an empty plastic bottle, and the balloon was carefully fitted over the bottle opening to transfer the filling inside. After releasing excess air, the balloon was tied securely to complete the stress ball. Additional activities included diamond painting and conversation starter cups, offering students a range of simple, hands-on options.
Students from multiple grade levels participated by creating their own stress balls and exploring different stations. Participants who created particularly strong stress ball designs received custom Erika’s Lighthouse tote bags. Sea Dragons Gavel Club prepared a total of 15 tote bags, with 16 emojis on them asking people how they feel today. Many school teachers stopped by the booth and pointed at the emoji that best described their day. The event provided students with a brief opportunity to step away from their daily routines.
