Solving problems means making choices. Typically, effective problem-solving skills result in “happier, more confident, and more independent” individuals. When children tackle problems on their own, or in a group, they become resilient. They learn to look at challenges from a fresh perspective. Therefore, they take more calculated risks. Problem solving is important in child development because confident, capable children usually grow into confident, capable adults.

If students practice problem solving consistently, they can develop greater situational and social awareness. Additionally, they learn to manage time and develop patience.

Click on the image to learn more about each problem solving step.

Being a good self-advocate has big benefits for kids and adults who learn and think differently. People who know how to self-advocate are more likely to do well in school, work, and life. They often feel confident in what they’re learning and doing.

Self-advocacy also creates independence. And it empowers people to find solutions to problems that others might not be aware of.

Self-advocacy has three key elements:

• Understanding your needs

• Knowing what kind of support might help

• Communicating these needs to others

Click on the image to the left for some strategies to practice self-advocacy at home.

Kids experience a vast array of feelings, just as adults do. They can feel bored, anxious, sad, disappointed, embarrassed, and scared—to name a few. While most of us experience any number of emotions from day to day, we are not necessarily taught how to deal with them or how to cope. Kids need to learn skills to manage their emotions in a healthy way. It’s important to teach them coping skills that can help them face their fears, calm themselves down, and cheer themselves up.

Why self-esteem is important for kids?

Self-esteem — a person's sense of worth — is important for success. When children feel confident and secure, they're more likely to succeed in school and achieve personal goals. As they get older, they learn to confront problems and resist peer pressure.

Students will be reviewing the annual Think First, Stay Safe (TFSS) curriculum. Think First & Stay Safe™ safety and prevention lessons will be implemented for all Fulton County Schools K-5 students. The TFSS is evidence based curriculum that's mission is to help prevent crimes against children and youth through education and awareness.

To find out more about the TFSS program and to access parent resources, click the icon to the left to visit their offical website.

This month our students will be learning about goals!

• What is a goal?

• Saying a personal goal.

• Identifying strengths and areas of growth.

• Practicing working towards a goal.

Setting goals is important for kids because it establishes a sense of purpose for their actions. Realistic, meaningful goals have plenty of other benefits too. They help with decision making, improve self-confidence and independence, and teach perseverance alongside countless other positive impacts.

Hello my 4th and 5th grade friends!

This week we have our first counseling lesson together! Yay! In our video lesson this week, I will tell you the roles of a school counselor, and we will do a sorting activity of the "do's" and "do not's" of school counselors.

At the end of the video I shared a "Counselor Request Form" which you can access by clicking the link below.

Counselor Request Form

If you want to test your knowledge and see how much you can remember from our lesson, try playing our short Kahoot! Quiz by clicking the link below.

Intro to your School Counselor Quiz

Hello my 2nd and 3rd grade friends!

This week we have our first counseling lesson together! Woohoo! In our video lesson this week, I will tell you all the things a school counselors does.

If there is anything I can do to support you, you may use this link below.

What Can Ms.Nhi Do For Me Form

For a read-a-long version of the lesson click the link below.

2-3 Intro to the Counselor Read-a-long

Hello my lovely Pre-k, Kinder and 1st grade friends!

This week we have our first counseling lesson together! Yay! In our video, I will talk about all the things school counselors do for students, like YOU.

At the end of the presentation I asked if there is anything I can do for you. If you would like, you may use this link below to tell me if there is anything I can support you with while we are on Universal Remote Learning (URL).

What Can Ms.Nhi Do For Me Form

For a read-a-long version of the lesson click the link below.

PK-1 Intro to Counselor Read-a-Long