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Meet Your School Counselors!
Meet Your School Counselors!
Counseling Referrals
Counseling Referrals
We know that sometimes students need a little extra support — and that’s okay! If you have concerns about your child or feel they could benefit from talking with the school counselor, you can complete the referral form ----->
Students may be referred for things like:
Friendship or peer challenges
Big feelings such as worry, sadness, or frustration
Family changes or transitions
Trouble focusing or staying motivated
Building confidence or managing emotions
Our goal is to work together with families and teachers to make sure every student feels supported, understood, and ready to do their best at school.
Upcoming Opportunities!
Upcoming Opportunities!
Character Trait of the Unit!
Character Trait of the Unit!
We are ending the year with two traits that matter beyond the classroom: Honesty to stay true, and creativity to make your mark!
For Unit 6, our focus is on Honesty & Creativity; being truthful in what we say and do and using your imagination to create something new or solve a problem. Honesty builds character, and creativity sparks possibility - the perfect way to finish the year strong! 🐻
Honesty & Creativity at Home: Simple Ways to Practice!
Honesty & Creativity at Home: Simple Ways to Practice!
1. Tell the truth, even when it's hard
1. Tell the truth, even when it's hard
Honesty grows when kids feel safe admitting mistakes without fear of harsh punishment.
2. Model honesty at home
2. Model honesty at home
Let kids hear adults say things like:
"I made a mistake."
"I forgot."
"I need to fix that."
3. Encourage creative problem-solving
3. Encourage creative problem-solving
Instead of giving every answer, ask:
"What do you think we could try?"
"Can you think of another way?"
4. Make time for unstructured creativity
4. Make time for unstructured creativity
Free play, drawing, building, music, storytelling, and imaginative games all help creativity grow
5. Praise effort and original ideas
5. Praise effort and original ideas
Celebrate trying something new - not just getting the "right" answer
6. Create a judgment-free space for sharing ideas
6. Create a judgment-free space for sharing ideas
Kids are more creative when they know their thoughts won't be criticized immediately
7. Let kids make choices
7. Let kids make choices
Choosing outfits, planning snacks, or organizing activities builds confidence and independent thinking
8. Read and explore together
8. Read and explore together
Books, nature walks, museums, cooking, and travel all inspire curiosity and creativity
9. Encourage honesty in everyday conversations
9. Encourage honesty in everyday conversations
Teach kids to speak respectfully and truthfully:
“I'm feeling ____"
"That hurt my feelings."
"I need help."
10. Celebrate imagination and authenticity
10. Celebrate imagination and authenticity
Remind kids that being themselves and thinking differently are strengths!!
Additional Resources for our Families!
Coping_Strategies_PK-2.pdfCoping_Strategies_3-5.pdfCharacterStrong
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