Counseling Connection
PERMENTER MIDDLE SCHOOL
Greetings Longhorn Family
Happy New Year! The 2019 semester brings new opportunities, new beginnings, and change! It's also a great time to reflect on the past and set goals for the future. As a family, discuss lessons and memories from 2018 and plan for 2019. A Google search of "family goals worksheet" will provide lots of goal sheets that can be used for setting family, personal, and academic goals with your scholar. Also see the Parent Tip Article section of this newsletter for additional ways to reflect and connect with your child.
Report Cards will be posted to Skyward on January 14.
Review reports card grades, attendance, and discipline with your scholar. Set behavior and academic goals for the new grading cycle. Contact our Registrar if you are having trouble logging in to Skyward.
Upcoming Counselor Lessons
- SMART Goals
- Naviance (7-8th Grade)
- Transition for rising 6-9th grade
- Personal Graduation Plans (8th Grade)
- Wellness & Resiliency
- Healthy Relationships
Ms. Gray & Ms. Ward
Permenter Counselors
School Counselors webpage
Dates to Remember
Article of the Month:
12 Honest Questions to Ask Your Kids Every Year
Reflective conversations with your child helps provide meaningful insight into their feelings and what is in their heart. Click here to start the conversation. Please note that the author's questions can be adjusted to best fit your family.
Source: All Pro Dad
Previous Articles
31 Acts of Happiness Calendar
Small actions can lead to big changes. Join us in completing 31 acts to spread happiness, joy, and kindness with others. Don't worry if you miss a day, just double up to get caught up.
Amazing Shake Finalists
Dionn M. and Mario'ne S. were named finalist in the Amazing Shake-Longhorn Style competition. Scholars completed in a variety of challenging tasks that tested their business and professional composure. Dionn and Mario'ne will compete in the national Amazing Shake competition in Atlanta in February.
Robotics Competitors
Way to go Easton P. and Kayden A. on competing in the Region 10 Robotics Competition. These scholars created a Doggy Distractor to help keep pets distracted and entertained. Way to go Mr. Mills, Easton and Kayden.
idX - Cedar Hill Christmas Donation
We would like to express our gratitude to all employees at local manufacturing company idX. idX sponsored one of our Permenter families for the holidays. Their generous donation helped make this family's Christmas one that will be remembered. On behalf of W.S. Permenter Middle School and Cedar Hill ISD, THANK YOU!
Tutoring Schedule
Monday
7th ELA
Tuesday
6th ELA & 7th SS
Wednesday
8th ELA & 6th SS
Thursday
8th SS
Online Resources:
Character Trait: Perseverance
Semester Honor Roll
Youth Summit
Black Men in White Coats is hosting a Youth Summit for scholars in grades 3-12.
Saturday, February 16 from 8-4:30
UT Southwestern Medical Center - Gooch Auditorium
5323 Harry Hines Blvd.
Dallas, TX 75390
Click here to register for the event.
8th Grade News
Survey Says!
Supporting Permenter
Permenter needs your support! We have a variety of opportunities for you to help:
For more information, contact our Parent Liaison, Derreka Shelton:
Fun Times at Permenter
Skyward - Grade & Attendance Checks
- Review Skyward with your scholar regularly
- Turn on notifications for assignments, attendance, grades, etc.
Anonymous Alerts
Cedar Hill ISD is committed to providing a safe and civil environment for our scholars. The Anonymous Alerts system can be used to anonymously report suspicious activity, bullying or other student related issues to a school administrator(s). Once the form is submitted, you will receive confirmation that the district has received your report. Click the red Anonymous Alerts button to view the site or begin a report.
W.S. Permenter Middle School
It's a great day to be a Longhorn!
Counselors:
Patrice Gray - 6th Grade & 8th Grade A-L
Trinity Ward - 7th Grade & 8th Grade M-Z
Email: patrice.gray@chisd.net
Website: https://www.chisd.net/domain/198
Location: 411 West Parkerville Road, Cedar Hill, TX, USA
Phone: 972-291-5270