Counselor's Corner - Summer 2020
Last Week of School - June 1 - June 5
A Message from your Counselors
As we come to the end of another school year and with so many things going on around the world, we want to remind you that as we move on to our Summer break, it is important that we find BALANCE in our life. What does that mean?
Well making sure that we take care of ourselves in the following areas:
*physical health
*mental & emotional health
*social health
When we find ourselves spending most of our energy in only one area, then we find ourselves feeling UNBALANCED, like something is "off". Counselor Keri refers to this BALANCE as , "The Wellness Triangle". (You can find a picture of the wellness triangle below)
So how do we find BALANCE? Keep scrolling down to find out!
Parents/Guardians, teachers, staff and students it has been a pleasure working with you this year and we look forward to the next! As always we hope that you find this information helpful!
With much appreciation,
Mrs. Garcia & Mrs. James
A powerful message to keep in mind this summer:
"Pinwheels are a symbol of HOPE, they remind us that with a little bit of "wind" we can turn our situation around"
- Clarity Guidance Center
Summer Reading - Take a look at these articles!
"How to Help Your Child Transition to Summer" -https://www.sharecare.com/health/coronavirus/article/kids-milestones-interrupted-coronavirus
"Nutrition Plays an Important Role in Children's Brain Health" - https://info.1in5minds.org/blog/you-are-what-you-eat
"Mental Health Wellness: What you need to know" - https://info.1in5minds.org/blog/mental-health-wellness-what-you-need-to-know
"Building Mental Health Resiliency in the Summer Months" - https://info.1in5minds.org/blog/building-mental-health-resiliency-in-the-summer-months
Dear Fifth Grade Falcons,
Soon you will be moving from elementary to middle school. This is an exciting time filled with lots of opportunities for learning new things, joining clubs, taking part in extracurricular activities and starting new friendships! You will find that middle school has many friendly adults ready to help you have a great and successful middle school experience.
Your move to middle school is an important step in your journey to high school graduation and adulthood. Many wonderful and exciting days are ahead as you begin selecting courses that look interesting. Some of these courses may even help you to choose a career!
WE ARE PROUD OF YOU! WE WILL MISS YOU!
Best wishes,
Your counselors,
Mrs. James & Mrs. Garcia
Use this link to read an article on: "Heading to middle school: It's going to be OKAY!"
Looking for something to do this summer? Here are some ideas!
Create your Future Virtual Art Workshop - FREE
For grades 3 - 5 via Zoom
cafecollege.org/events
Explore your Inner Scientist - FREE
Please register online at:
Spurs Give - Virtual Coding Lessons - FREE!
Spurs Give is teaming up with Youth Code Jam to tip off a new, basketball-inspired coding course that’ll take the game from the court to the computer
What the news had to say about it:
Go here to register for the lessons:
https://spursgive.org/coding/Virtual Basketball Clinic
Private Zoom Guitar/Violin Lessons
jpena0664@gmail.com
For more information for private guitar lessons. Email: jpenaguitarist@gmail.com
SAC Virtual Summer Camps
Spend the Summer with SAC
Click below to view camp descriptions and register. Registration is free!
Virtual Summer Camps runs from June 1 - August 14, 2020. Please read individual camp details as some camps run longer or shorter than others.
"Have a great Summer!" from Mrs. Garcia & Mrs. James
Resources
NISD Guidance & Couseling Department
Make sure to read the instructions carefully and answer the questions to the best of your ability!
Please know that you can ALWAYS contact your counselor via email. We are available from 8 A.M.-4 P.M. during the school week to check and access emails. We always strive to reply within 24 hours. Click on the link below to fill out your request.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyn-K-048yFRA9grjp9xX55szFPEzWu212_Sdyo8ER9B5LIA/viewform
UTSA Counseling Center & Clarity Child Guidance Center
UTSA Community Counseling Center - FREE
Counseling and Mental Health Services are available via phone and video conference.
Call 210-458-2055 to set up an appointment
Clarity Child Guidance Center
Contact Information
Clarity Child Guidance Center
8535 Tom Slick
San Antonio, TX, 78229
210-616-0300
National Suicide Prevention Line
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Click on the picture to go to their website if you want to learn more.
DFPS
Report Abuse
- By Phone: 1-800-252-5400
- Online: Texas Abuse Hotline
Call our Abuse Hotline toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, nationwide, or report with our secure website and get a response within 24 hours.
We cannot accept email reports of suspected abuse or neglect.
Keeping your Family Strong: https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubPDFs/strong_ts_2020.pdf
Mrs. Garcia
Email: maria-m.garcia@nisd.net
Phone: 210-397-5127
Twitter: @mmgarcia729
Mrs. James
Email: Claudia.James@nisd.net
Phone: 210-397-5126
Twitter: @mrsjames_f117
Mrs. Rodriguez - Social Worker
Email: yvette-1.rodriguez@nisd.net
Phone: 210-397-5100