Counselors' Corner
Westwood/Township of Washington
Look What's New!
We are pleased to announce that this year each elementary school has one full time school counselor. This exciting development will allow all elementary students consistent access to counseling services enhancing their overall social and emotional development. Services and programs offered range from individual counseling to small group, as well as, school wide activities. Our goal is to collaborate together and communicate information to all of our parents, students, and teachers. Our hope is that through this newsletter parents, students, and staff will glean the skills and resources necessary to promote optimal health and wellness of our students.
Meet the Counselors
Berkeley Elementary School
Sandra Massaro: I am fortunate to be a part of the WWRSD community since 2012. My previous experience includes elementary teacher and school counselor in various districts in the area. As school counselor at Berkeley School, I am committed to working with the students to maximize their academic, social, and emotional development, focusing on the whole child. In addition to working with students, I believe that communication between home and school is an essential component to the success of our students. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions and/or concerns you may have.
Mrs. Massaro's Contact Info
Email: Sandra.Massaro@wwrsd.org
Website: https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/sandramassaro/home
Location: Berkeley Avenue, Westwood, NJ, United States
Phone: 201-664-7760
Twitter: @berkschoolguide
Brookside Elementary School
Nicole James: I am very excited to be joining the Brookside School for the 2017-2018 school year! My role as the school counselor allows me to work with children by helping them academically, socially, and emotionally. I work with students in a classroom setting, one-one , small group , lunch bunches, as well as school wide events and assemblies. In short, I will do anything I can to make your child’s experience here a positive one and I am constantly seeking innovative means to reach out to the children in our Brookside family.
Ms. James' Contact Info
Email: Nicole.James@wwrsd.org
Website: https://sites.google.com/wwrsd.org/nicole-james
Location: Brookside Elementary School, 20 Lake Drive, Westwood NJ
Phone: 201-664-9000
Jessie F. George Elementary School
Rachel Guyt: I graduated this year with my master's degree in School Counseling from Long Island University. I have over six years of experience in early childhood education. In 2015, I worked at Jessie F. George school as an ABA Paraprofessional. I absolutely loved my time working at George School and I am thrilled to be back working as the school's full-time School Counselor!
Ms. Guyt's Contact Info
Washington Elementary School
Christina Santagato: This is my 5th year in our district. I have been working as an Elementary School Counselor since 2010. I have a bachelor’s degree in Counseling and Human Services from the University of Scranton as well as a masters degree is School Counseling from Long Island University. My training and experience in these areas have allowed me to grow in this field, so that educational and social growth can be maximized in all our students. I am also committed to the importance of parental involvement in a student's education.
Mrs. Santagato's Contact Info
Take a peak at Week of Respect celebrations in all the Schools!
Upstanders!
Brookside spent the week participating in class lessons and activities that fostered friendship, kindness, and standing up for one another. They ended their week by coming together in red to show their school stands up against bullying!
No Drama Pajama Day!
Berkeley School celebrated Week of Respect with a variety of school wide activities from guest readers teaching about the "golden rule" to a fun pajama day where we celebrated being kind to one another.
Standing Together!
Washington School spent the week promoting friendship, kindness, and unity. They topped off the week with this great school wide photo reminding us all to stand together against bullying.
Crazy Socks!
Jesse F. George School planned a week of lessons, activities, and school wide celebrations for Week of Respect. From crazy socks "socking it to bullying" to celebrating and empowering young girls with posters around George School, everybody was able to practice kindness and respect for one another!
Week of Respect
Schools across New Jersey spent the first week of October recognizing this very important week. In the Westwood Regional School District, all schools collaborated to create a variety of learning opportunities for all students, as well as, a parent presentation on the subject of digital media.
Stay Tuned....
for the next edition of the elementary Counselor's Corner. We look forward to sharing the exciting developments happening within the elementary guidance program.