Garcia Counselor Newsletter
February 2017
Welcome!
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." Helen Keller
Guidance Theme of the Month
Dear Parents,
This month guidance lessons will be on love. Students will learn that love is that special feeling for people, that fills your heart. When you enjoy treating people with care and kindness because you value them, you are showing your love for them. Students will learn that we show love when:
- you say "I love you".
- you say you are sorry
- you hug someone
- you forgive others
- you show your gratitude
- you share
At home you can help by reviewing the virtue of the month and encouraging your child to show love for self and others.
Parent Quick Tip: What children need most
-To know they are loved
-To be part of a loving family
-A sense of connectedness
-To be treated with dignity and respect
-Permission to express feelings and emotions
-Good role models
-To be heard and understood
-Involved parents
-Clear limits and guidelines
-The right to make mistakes
-To be told No at times
-Open communication
-Lots of patience
-To have responsibilities for self, family and community
-School as a high family priority
-Trusting relationships
-Unconditional love
-To experience some waiting
-Extra support and encouragement
-To know you will always be there for them
-Zillions of hugs
Pennies for Patients
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society exists to find cures and ensure access to treatments for blood cancer patients. Join us as we collect spare change and save lives. Thank you.
For online donations:
http://events.lls.org/pages/ntx/GarciaElementarySchool-2017
Be the change that you wish to see in the world -Mahatma Gandhi
Monday, Feb 6, 2017, 08:00 AM
School
Career Awareness Poster Contest
Monday, Feb 6, 2017, 08:00 AM
Counselor Office
College and Career Readiness
All GPISD students can explore college and career options thru a FREE interactive program. Your child can access Career Cruising online by clicking on the link below:
https://ccspark.careercruising.com/
Student Login: GP-Your child's student ID
Student Password: Your child's date of birth
Example:
Student Login: GP-111111
Student Password: 12122014
Please take sometime to explore the program with your child. You will surely not regret doing so.
Contact Information:
Email: betsy.bejarano@gpisd.org
Website: http://www.gpisd.org/Domain/650
Phone: 972-237-0001