10th Grade Updates NOVEMBER 2022
CHS Counseling Office
Sophomore Parent Night
Anxiety
So what can you do if you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? There are some things you can do on your own, and sometimes you need help from others.
- Practice relaxation-set aside time during the day where you are away from distractions. Intentionally focus on relaxing your body. You can start with your head and work your way down. Don't worry if you find your thoughts drifting, just bring them back to the present moment and continue on with your relaxation exercises.
- Unplug-Social media and our phones are a great way to connect with others, but we are also seeing an increase in students' anxiety when they are spending too much time on their phones. You can "unplug" in the following ways: Charge your phone away from your bedroom so you aren't tempted to check it into the night hours. Set aside time each day where you take a break from your phone. Turn it off, put it in airplane mode, or put it in another room in the house.
- Talk to an adult-You are not alone, even if your anxiety makes you feel that way. Talk to an adult that you trust about how you are feeling. Sometimes we need help from professionals, and the adults in your life can help you navigate those options.
Study Skills and Homework Help
There are a number of online resources that are helpful to families and students.
Welcome Mrs. Palko!
Here's a little more about Mrs. Palko:
I'm a Chesterton High School graduate, attended Indiana University in Bloomington, and currently live here in Chesterton. I'm the mother of three boys. Michael, Ian, and Stone. I most recently worked for ten years as the Human Resources Director at my family's Natural Products Distribution company (Palko Services) in Michigan City. I'm excited to help Chesterton High School students with all things College and Career related.
Visiting Colleges
Women in Bloom-Career Seminar for Girls
Join Women in Bloom, Inc. for a half-day conference called a Brand Called Me to enlighten and empower young women and help them establish goals toward achieving their vision of what they want to be someday. This workshop will introduce young women to career options including both traditional and non-traditional career choices by hearing from a panel of female speakers from various career fields.
Breakout sessions with other peers and mentors, goal-planning, branding yourself, and other fun activities are planned. Tickets are free. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Event takes place at the corporate headquarters of International Magnaproduct Inc., 3100 Cascade Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383. To register, please go to: A Brand Called Me Tickets, Sat, Nov 19, 2022 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite. Questions can be emailed to: womenbloominc@gmail.com. Check-in and light breakfast starts at 8:00 with the program starting at 9:00 AM.
School Counseling Office Staff
Mrs. Michelle Palko-College and Career Assistant mpalko@duneland.k12.in.us
Mrs. Christine Starkey-Registrar cstarkey@duneland.k12.in.us
School Counselors
Mrs. Karen Moffet, Department Chair
Mrs. Gretchen Arthur
Mrs. Amy Snyder
Mr. James Moore
Ms. Johanna Hess
Mrs. Julie Roytan
Get Involved!
Check out the many clubs and sports offered at CHS! If you can't find a club that you are interested in, consider starting one!
Indiana Gold Star Counseling Award
Request an Appointment
CHS Counseling Office
1-800-273-8255
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor
Email: jesmoker@duneland.k12.in.us
Website: https://www.duneland.k12.in.us/domain/145
Location: 2125 South 11th Street, Chesterton, IN, USA
Phone: 219-983-3730
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHS.CounselingOffice
Twitter: @CHS_CCCoffice