MUSTANG COUNSELOR NEWS
August 2019
UPCOMING EVENTS
Three week level change window- August 30th- Sept 6th
Six week level change window- September 20th- 27th
Senior Parent Night- September 23rd
College Night- October 7th- Humble Civic Center
PSAT - October 16th
Pass/Fail forms Due- November 1st
New Level Change Process
Student must request a Level Change form from their current teacher.
The teacher will give the student a form following a discussion with both student and parent.
The student will take the form home, fill it out, and obtain required signatures.
The student will submit the form to his/her House counselor by the due date.
3 week level changes submitted by 8/30, to be effective 9/3. Last changes due 9/6
6 week level changes submitted by 9/20, to be effective 9/23. Last changes due 9/27
College Applications
https://www.humbleisd.net/Page/21433
Mr. Collins participated in a college application webinar this month for educators. This webinar features updates from popular college application systems like ApplyTexas and Common App. See the webinar link below:
See your child's counselor or have them visit the College room in 4405 everyday during lunch for assistance with college planning.
First Quarter Guidance Lesson "Optimistic Thinking"
At school this quarter your child has been working on improving their optimistic thinking
skills. There are some things that you can do at home to help!
Model optimistic self-talk: Talk with your child (over breakfast, or on the way to school)
about what might happen today and share some excitement with your child.
Focus on improvement: Optimists know getting better is a process. Encourage your
child to adopt this approach by commenting on his/her improvement and effort, not just the
outcome. (ex. “You really improved your sprint from the starting line” or “I love how
hard you are trying.”)
Recognize good when it happens: An optimistic attitude encourages positive action. By
encouraging an upbeat approach, you give your child the key to a healthier, happier, more productive life.
Lone Star College- Leadership High School- Applications due 9/20 grades 10-11 only
Prepare for PSAT Day October 16th on Khan academy
KHS Counselors
William Collins
Nancy Drexler
Kelly Dworaczyk
Kay Farris
Shayla Green
Lead Counselor: Karen Kruger
Student Support Counselor: Debbie Howard
Website: www.humbleisd.net/Page/21430
Location: Kingwood High School, 2701 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX, USA
Phone: 281-641-6900
Twitter: @khs_counselteam