Parent Page:

System Support: The Counselor supports a number of school wide programs. Please contact Mrs. Tremaine or

Ms. Schaack if you have questions about any of the programs listed.

  • Education Go Get It Week – activities and education on college to career choices scheduled in November
  • High School PAL Mentoring Program – pair High School students with OTE students
  • No Place for Hate Program - work with student coalition to promote respect and acceptance of all individuals
  • STAR Mentor Program – match trained volunteers with students


Guidance Topics:

Guidance lessons for November will focus on solving conflicts. In grades PPCD to 3rd, Counselors will use materials from the Kelso's Choices Guide. It promotes solving small conflicts by using a number of positive approaches. In 4th and 5th grade, Counselors will focus on communicating effectively when trying to resolve conflicts.


Tips for Parents to promote your child's success at school:

  • Take time each day talking about their day at school. Use open ended statements (Tell me one thing you liked and one thing you did not like about school today). This gives parents a chance to reinforce the positive aspects of school, and help with strategies for the challenges.
  • Before your child goes to bed, do some preparation for the next morning. Help your child choose clothes and lunch, and have backpack ready. Make sure your child is clear on the plan for getting home each day (car rider, walker, bus, or day-care).
  • Help your child get adequate sleep each night. According to the National Sleep Foundation preschoolers to age 5 need 11to13 hours of sleep and children 5-12 years of age need 10 to 11 hours of sleep. By the way, adults function best with 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night.
  • Provide time for your child to have a healthy breakfast, whether it’s at home or school. Allow extra time if needed to get kids up and going in the morning to keep routines from being rushed and stressful for all.
  • Have an after school routine which includes a time for play, and a time and place for homework. Check your child’s daily or weekly folder. Read information sent by teachers. Review your child’s work and/or behavior chart. Have a system for keeping track of papers and important dates.
  • Get involved with your child’s education. There are many opportunities to volunteer based upon your time and interest. Contact the office or your child’s teacher for ways to be involved.

Parent Education:

If you or your child is interested in taking a virtual tour of a college campus, check out the links below.

https://www.campustours.com/

https://www.youvisit.com/virtual-campus-tour-solutions/


Dealing with the aftermath of a tragedy - resources:

It is never easy to deal with the aftermath of a tragedy such as the ones that have occurred in the news recently. Parents and students may need more information about how to deal with the emotions surrounding this tragedy. Below you will find resources for parents and students to help deal with their needs in the path to healing and resilience

ASCA Site for Resources: https://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors/professional-development/learn-more/shooting-resources