WHEC & WREC
Counselor's Corner
Welcome to Wyomissing Hills (WHEC) & West Reading Elementary's (WREC) Counseling website with:
Mrs. Cheslock,
Mrs. Stem-Zmoda,
and Ms. Kramer!
We will post updates on this page!
Stop by for counseling resources, activities, challenges, and more!
May 10, 2024
Summer Opportunities
The end of the school year is quickly approaching! The K-6 School Counselors will continue to share summer opportunities for students below and on Class Dojo. Be sure to check out the WASD Community Bulletin Board too !
CampConnect_Flyers_2024.pdfCamp Connect
Free bereavement camp for children and teens ages 6 -16 who have experienced the death of someone close to them.
Socially-Sensory-Coping-Camp-Flyer[61].pdfSocially Sensory Coping Camp
Join us for a camp celebrating neurodiversity!
Hosted by our IBHS program, this camp will be led by clinicians including BCBA’s, RBT’s, and other licensed professionals. Individual support for each child will focus on learning through experiences and peer interaction.
WBC.BasketballCamps20234.Flyer (1).pdfSpartan Hoop Camp
Youth Basketball Summer Camp - Rising 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Boys and Girls
2024 Youth Day Camp Flyer (Reduced Size).pdfKutztown University
2024 Summer Soccer Day Camp
Ages 5 - 14
Each day campers will participate in dynamic games and activities that safely enhance their skill level and understanding of the game of soccer.
March 2024 Happy Kids Are Healthy Kids Newsletter.pdfParent Guidance: March Newsletter
March 1, 2024
Discover the secrets to Family Happiness! In March’s Family Mental Health Newsletter, we delve into the profound insights from the Harvard Happiness Study and how they can transform your family's well-being. Learn how to nurture strong bonds, manage stress, and create a positive environment where happiness thrives. From teaching your kids the power of positivity to embracing change and resilience. Keep your family smiling by fostering happiness at home!
As always, check out the ParentGuidance.org resources where you can access free courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics. Check out the course titled, Everyday Happiness. To access the course, simply navigate to ParentGuidance.org and click On-Demand Courses.
Parent Guidance: February Newsletter
February 13, 2024
Unlock the power of emotional regulation in February's Mental Health Newsletter. Emotional regulation is the key to building resilient, well-adjusted children. In today's fast-paced world, it's crucial for parents to be in the know about nurturing emotional intelligence. This newsletter is your guide to understanding the importance of emotional regulation and how it shapes your child's future success and well-being. Join our community of proactive parents and equip yourself with invaluable insights and strategies. Start your journey towards fostering emotional intelligence in your child.
Join us and start by reading this month's newsletter. As always, check out the ParentGuidance.org resources where you can access free courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics. Check out the course titled, Parenting with Purpose. To access the course, simply navigate to ParentGuidance.org and click On-Demand Courses.
February 2024 Newsletter - Creativity & Clarity Coping Strategies .pdf1223-RH-LetsTalkPeriodFlyer.pdfLet's Talk, Period
February 5, 2024
When: Saturday, March 2nd 2024, 11am-12pm
Where: Reading Hospital, Thun/Janssen Auditorium
The Junior League of Reading, in partnership with Reading Hospital, invite you to Let’s Talk, Period. This program is a judgment-free and stigma smashing event that brings together medical professionals for an honest and meaningful conversation, providing accurate information around puberty and menstrual cycles.
This free event is for our friends who are going to get their period or are already experiencing their period and a trusted adult or chaperone. It is meant to empower and build self-confidence through increased knowledge, strategies, and resources as you enter the next phase of womanhood.
Parent Guidance: January Newsletter
January 5, 2024
Stay Informed and protect your kids. If you don’t know the first thing about vaping, this is for you! As vaping continues to impact the lives of today's youth, staying informed is more critical than ever. In the January Newsletter: Clear Lungs, Bright Futures, we highlight the latest insights, trends, and essential information about vaping. Discover why it's crucial for parents to be in the know about this pressing issue and how you can safeguard your children's health. Knowledge is your best defense.
Join us and start by reading this month's newsletter. As always, check out the ParentGuidance.org resources where you can access free courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics. Check out the course titled, "Parenting with Purpose." To access the course, simply navigate to ParentGuidance.org and click "On-Demand Courses."
January 2024 Newsletter - Clear Lungs, Bright Futures.pdfDecember 2023 - Erase the Stigma Newsletter.pdfParent Guidance: December Newsletter
December 16, 2023
In today's world, recognizing the significance of mental health is playing in the lives of our children is important. Parents hold a crucial role in shaping their children's views and behaviors around well-being. The phrase "Erase The Stigma” is a call to action, emphasizing the need to break down the barriers surrounding mental health and the role parents play. Let’s explore the importance of parents taking the lead in erasing the stigma surrounding mental health and fostering awareness in their children.
Join us and start by reading this December's Mental Health Newsletter. As always, check out the ParentGuidance.org resources where you can access free courses led by licensed therapists on more than 50 topics. Check out the course titled, Connect with Your Child by Parenting with Purpose. To access the course, simply navigate to ParentGuidance.org and click on-demand courses.
Parent Guidance: Coaching for Parents & November Newsletter
November 4, 2023
The leaves are changing and fall is in the air! It is our goal at ParentGuidance.org to ensure all parents have access to the help and support they need to raise their children. I have created a new coaching flyer that you can download and share on your social media outlets as well as on your district website. I am including a short announcement you can use when you share the flyer through social media:
Parents, do you find yourself looking for ways to connect with your child more? Parent Coaching is a free resource that connects you with a parenting coach and content created by therapists, to help you navigate the ups and downs of parenting.
Click here to register for support from a coach: https://cookcenter.info/coaching
Trunk or Treat Advertisment 2023.pdfTower Behavioral Health's Trunk or Treat
September 29, 2023
Tower Behavioral Health is proud to announce their 2nd annual Trunk or Treat event held on Thursday, October 19th from 5-7pm.
Supporting Your Child's Mental Health
- Mental Health Series
August 31, 2023
Are you looking for guidance on how to strengthen your parenting skills?
Join us as we discuss Mental Health Resources Wyomissing Area School District is offering parents!
Learn more about FREE e-courses, ParentGuidance.org and Parent Coaching.
Supporting-Your-Childs-Mental-Health.pdfSATELL CHILDREN AND TEENS PROGRAM
August 29, 2023
This program is open to ANY child, ages 7-17,
who has been impacted by a loved one’s substance use.
PA-013 Satell Children CARON PA CAMPUS 10.2033.pdf
2023-2024: First Day of School
August 1, 2023
WASD Students will start school on Monday, August 28th. We can't wait to welcome our Spartans back!