OWENS COUNSELING CORNER
ALIEF ISD
Hello Jaguars,
We are excited to be back for another school year. Although things look a little different, we are committed to the mental, social & emotional well being of all of our students. As your counselors, we are dedicated to developing strong character through character trait lessons, social & emotional learning activities, mindfulness strategies & many more interpersonal skills that are vital for school success.
I know some of us may be experiencing different types of emotions and that is okay.
Remember your Counselors are here for you!
CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH
Courtesy
Dealing with Stress
Do Nothing for 10 minutes
Access the Elementary/Intermediate
Section of the
Alief Mindfulness Room
Gratitude Wall Challenge
Create a wall of Gratitude
some where in your home.
- Find a wall
- Write on post-it notes
or identify what you are
grateful for
3. Post-it on your wall
4. Review your gratitude
wall daily
*Bonus
- Post a picture of your.
and tag @owenscounselors
Staying Positive
Learn how students in the
affected countries keep
learning and stay positive in
times of uncertainty.
COUNSELING SUPPORT FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS
Food Resources
Alief ISD Grab N' Go
Houston Food Bank
- Call the helpline at
food pantry near you,
learn more about programs,
or to apply for SNAP
(Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program)
- Text FOOD to
855-308-2282 to find the
nearest food pantry in
your area
Technology Resources
Encourage Good Hygiene
How Parents Can Help Their Kids While Managing Distance Learning
Parents thrust into the role of distance learning guide are struggling in their new positions. Here are some ways you can find some balance and more understanding for your kids.
How Parents Can Help Their Kids While Managing Distance Learning
Teen Parents....You are not Alone!
COUNSELING SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Teaching Through Coronavirus
Experts from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network share their recommendations for educators supporting students during the COVID-19 crisis.
12 Best Meditation Apps for 2020
Zoom Exhaustion is Real. Here are Six Ways to Find Balance and Stay Connected
Steven Hickman, Psy.D., executive director of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion, offers this timely perspective on managing our new virtual reality.
Alief Employee Assistance Program
Alief is proud to offer our Aetna Resources for Living EAP program. This program is available to all full time staff and their dependents living wihin their household. For further information check out the link below or contact the EAP directly via phone or online.
Contact Information:
Call: 1-866-611-2826
Username: alief isd
Password: eap
CRISIS SUPPORT
Emergency Situations
- You or someone you know is a danger to themselves or others
- Someone is a danger to you or others
- Other life related emergency concerns
Crisis Resources
- Emergency Number 911
- Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) – 1.866.970.4770 https://www.theharriscenter.org/Portals/0/MCOT.pdf
- NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness – 1.800.950.6264
- Crisis Text Line: Text: NAMI to 741741
- Talk Line “When you just need to talk” – 281.240. (TALK) 8255 (available 24/7)
- Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD – 281.575.9512