Jenny Preston Elementary
The Preston Pride
Section I: Introduction of the School and the Role of the School Counselor
Jenny Preston Elementary School
Principal: Monica Lemons
Assistant Principal: Maloree Tennison
Address: 2455 Hilliard Drive
Allen, Texas
Student Populations: K-6
Mascot: Leo the Lion of the Preston Pride
School Colors: Red, Black, Grey
Established: 2017
Student Enrollment & Demographics
- Enrollment: 546
- 504: 11%
- Special Education: 16%
- At-Risk: 6%
- English Language Learner: 2%
- Gifted/Talented: 15%
- Economically Disadvantaged: 8%
Dr. Jenny Preston
Dr. Jenny Preston served as Allen ISD's superintendent of schools from 2000 to 2006. Prior to coming to Allen, she was superintendent at Graham ISD for 2 years. She began her teaching career in 1973 and later worked as a principal in Pine Tree and Mineola ISD before assuming the role of assistant superintendent in Pine Tree ISD in 1994. She was named as superintendent of Graham ISD in 1998 before coming to Allen ISD in 2000. In 2016, she returned to Allen for five months as Allen’s interim superintendent of schools. Overall, Dr. Preston has served Texas public schools for more than 30 years.
Since retiring in 2006, she has continued to serve public schools as an educational consultant working with districts throughout Texas and Oklahoma.
Calli Smith- School Counselor
Bachelor's Degree
Elementary Education K-8
Abilene Christian University
Master's Degree
School Counseling
Dallas Baptist University
Certifications
Certified Teacher, K-8
Certified School Counselor, K-12
Leadership Roles & Committees
CORE Sit Team Member
CIT Team Member
Student Council Advisor
Academic Team Member
Operational Team Member
ASCA member
Awards
Campus Rookie of the Year, 2001
Campus Spirit Award, 2006
PTA Citizenship Award
PTA Life Membership Award
Contact Information
Preston Elementary Mission and Vision
As the Preston family, our mission is to educate and empower lifelong learners and leaders, equipped to reach their full potential as innovative problem solvers to positively impact our world.
Vision Statement:
The Power of Pride...Side by Side
School Counselor's Role
The counselor works with students individually, in groups, and through guidance to support the personal, social and academic needs of students. She works with the administrative team to develop programs and support families. She is here to assist families and students as they grow in elementary school.
Leadership Roles at Preston
Section II: Program Implementation
Implementation Cycle
Counseling Advisory Council
The committee meets twice a year, due to covid we were not able to meet in person both times. However, we were able to remain connected virtually to discuss the counseling services that were provided at Preston.
Calli Smith- Counselor
Monica Lemons- Principal
Maloree Tennison- Assistant Principal
Julie Latos- Sixth Grade Teacher
The Counseling Advisory Committee used the school safety survey and gave feedback on any changes or updates to implement for the school year. We discussed the various programs offered at Preston and the needs of our campus. We discussed the role of the school counselor, the supports offered through the guidance and counseling program, the social and emotional learning lessons utilized, and how building community is our top priority at this time. We also discussed the Teen Screen and need to continue this screening process to help our older students.
Preston Watch DOGS
Kids Against Hunger
Preston Pride Awards
Section III: Foundational Components
Allen ISD Counseling Mission Statement
The mission of the Allen ISD School Counseling Program is to provide a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate program that addresses the academic, career, and social/emotional development of all students. AISD counselors are advocates who, in partnership with other stakeholders, provide support to maximize academic achievement and student potential.
Allen ISD Program Definition
The Allen ISD counseling program serves ALL students through a systematic, sequential, clearly defined, and accountable program. School counselors meet the needs of students based on data, alignment with district goals, and a unified belief in the mission and vision of the Allen Independent School District. The program is delivered by masters degreed school counselors in collaboration with faculty, staff, families, and the community. It is aligned with the Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs which integrates Academic, Social Emotional, and Career Development so that students will be able to demonstrate competencies in interpersonal and intrapersonal effectiveness, post-secondary planning and career readiness, and personal health and safety.
Allen ISD Assumptions
We Believe:
- That ALL students are capable of becoming life-long learners, effective problem-solvers, effective communicators, and responsible and engaged citizens.
- In the importance of healthy and supportive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- In advocating for students and striving to empower them to break down barriers that impede student growth and success.
- In supporting the unique developmental needs of each student so her/his full potential in social/emotional, academic, and college/career readiness can be achieved.
- In supporting students through a data-driven design, implementation, and evaluation of our comprehensive counseling program to make informed decisions and ensure program integrity.
- In teaching and modeling respect and acceptance of one another, to help our students embrace diversity, individuality, and resilience.
Section IV: Four Service Delivery Components
Individual Planning
Smart Goal: Mrs. Smith will meet with all 6th grade students to discuss opportunities, current course selections, and options for 7th grade.
Outcome: Mrs. Smith met with all 6th grade students and presented information regarding the middle school course selections. Additionally, she met with parents as needed to help address middle school concerns .
Individual Planning Activities
- Goal setting with students
- Individual student transition planning meetings for 6th graders
- Lifelong Learners
- Appropriate Course Selections
- Study Skills and Habits
- Understanding of career opportunities and paths
- Knowledge of career training
- Knowledge of appropriate work habits
Middle School Planning Guide
Presentation with the Middle School Counselors
Course Selections
Guidance
Smart Goal: Mrs. Smith will teach monthly guidance lessons to all students to improve the connection between guidance lessons and real-world experiences for students.
Outcome: Mrs. Smith taught lessons both in-person and virtually through zoom. The lessons addressed the district character traits, state mandates and various safety lessons.
Guidance Activities
- Monthly guidance lessons, addressing college and career readiness, character education, healthy relationships, bullying
- Red Ribbon Week Lessons
- Virtual lessons for online learning
- Weekly videos for online learning
- Updates in the newsletters
- SEL Lesssons
- Fire Safety Week
- School Safety Week
- Kindness/Love Week
- Celebrate Me Week (Disability Awareness)
Red Ribbon Week
College and Career Week
PALS
Responsive Services
Goal: Mrs. Smith will provide small group instruction for both 5th and 6th graders dealing with anxiety. The goal is to teach coping skills to students dealing with anxiety.
Outcome: Mrs. Smith worked with these students in small groups weekly for 6 weeks. The students learned how to handle stress, anxiety and how to get help when they needed it.
Responsive Activities Provided
- Student crisis services
- Absences and Tardies consultation
- Staff training- Mental Health Awareness
- Small group on anxiety
- Healthy Friendships Lessons
- Provided virtual crisis counseling to students during COVID 19
System Support
Goal: Mrs. Smith will identify students in need through the Teen Screen, Data Meetings, and Leadership Team.
Outcome: Mrs. Smith worked with the administrators, teachers and staff to identify and provide support through various manners to all students.
System Support Activities
- Staff Wellness Support
- Student support/intervention after Teen Screen
- Monthly Student Data Meetings
- Sponsor student leadership team
- Community outreach through Allen Community Outreach
- Counselor Professional Development
- Teacher/Administration Consultation
- Coordinate the Watch DOGS (Dads of Great Students) activities
Year at a Glance: Counselor's Master Calendar
September: AISD Character Trait Respect
Preston Focus: Respect for Self and Others
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
No-Bullying Student Training
Watch DOGS Kick-Off
Student Council
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meeting
October: AISD Character Trait Self-Discipline
Preston Focus: Peer Pressure; Healthy Choices
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Small Groups
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
PALS Orientation
Fire Safety
Red Ribbon Week
Student Council Meetings
Disability Awareness Week
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meeting
November: AISD Character Trait Citizenship
Preston Focus: Friendship; Problem-Solving
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Small Groups
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
Student Council Meetings
Counselor Meeting
Healthy Relationship Student Training
Thanksgiving Food Drive
December: AISD Character Trait Empathy
Preston Focus: Accepting Differences; Diversity
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Small Groups
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
Student Council Meetings
Toys for Tots Toy Collection
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meeting
January: AISD Character Trait Determination
Preston Focus: Decision-Making; Goal-Setting
K-6 Guidance Lessons
College and Career Week
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
Student Council Meetings
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meetings
February: AISD Character Trait Friendship
Preston Focus: Career Exploration
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Love Week
Small Groups
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
6th Grade Registration
6th Grade Registration Online
Student Council Meetings
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meetings
March: AISD Character Trait Trustworthy
Preston Focus: School Success
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Small Groups
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
Coin Drive for Kids Against Hunger
Student Council Meetings
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meeting
April: AISD Character Trait Attitude
Preston Focus: Study Skills
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Small Groups
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
Student Council Meetings
Kids Against Hunger Service Project
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meeting
May: AISD Character Trait Responsibility
Preston Focus: Safety
K-6 Guidance Lessons
Small Groups
Responsive Services: Individual Counseling, Referrals for outside counseling, SIT team meetings
Student Council Meetings
6th Grade Graduation
SIT Meeting
Administration bi-weekly Meeting
Counselor Meeting