Emotional-social learning program Friendzy a success at Newman schools The program focuses on emotional and social learning lessons in order to combat stress, create lasting friendships, and excel at school. Posted: Dec 15, 2020 10:22 AM Updated: Dec 15, 2020 10:46 AM Posted By: Alex Jirgens MASON CITY, Iowa - Students at Newman Catholic Schools are finding ways to manage stress, anxiety and uncertainty this year, thanks to a growing national program. Since the beginning of the school year, students have been using the 'Friendzy' program. Emotional and social learning lessons interwoven in all classes and grade levels, in the hope of managing stress, create lasting friendships, and excel at school.