Owens Counseling Corner
Alief ISD
Hello Jaguars!
We hope you all are doing well, being safe, and practicing self care. As your counselors, we recognize the importance of developing strong character within our students. We will continue to highlight cooperation for the month of April as well as counseling support for students, families, and Owens staff members. Please let us know if you need any help. We are here to support you and we'll get through this together.
Character Trait of the Month
Cooperation
Cooperation is when two or more people work together so that they are all better off.
For cooperation to work, everyone has to be an active member of the team and do what they agree to do.
Counseling Support For Students
Staying Positive During Uncertain Times
Learn how students in the affected countries keep learning and stay positive in times of uncertainty.
Dealing with Stress
Do Nothing for 10 minutes
Access the Elementary/Intermediate Section of the Alief Mindfulness Room
Alief Mindfulness Room - Elementary/Intermediate
Gratitude Wall Challenge - Continued!
- Find a wall
- Write on post-it notes statements of gratitude or identify what you are grateful for
- Post-it on your wall
- Review your gratitude wall daily
Bonus:
- Post a picture of your Gratitude Wall on twitter and tag @owenscounselors
Counseling Support for Parents/Guardians
Social Distancing
With the number of COVID-19 cases increasing every day, psychologists offer insights on how to separate yourself from others, while still getting the social support you need.
Keep you Distance to Stay Safe
Food Resources
Houston Food Bank
- Call the helpline at 832-369-9390 to find a 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.
Encourage Good Hygiene
Sesame Street in Communities
- Video: H is for Handwashing
- Video: Sneezing & Coughing Safely
- Hygiene Chart - My Healthy Week
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
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.
The 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
College and Career Corner
College Tours
Visit 600 + Colleges for free. See what the campuses look like, what activities they have, and what a college classroom looks like
Career Exploration
My Next Move is an interactive tool for job seekers and students to learn more about their career options. My Next Move has tasks, skills, salary information, and more for over 900 different careers.
Virtual Field Trips
Virtual Field Trips:
Virtual Museums
Virtual Transition to Middle School
Course Selections
Owens Jaguars!
This year our 6th grade students will be participating in a Virtual Transition to Middle School. Students’ home campus for the 2020 – 2021 school year is based on the address we have on file. Your Middle School Counselors want to plan for your arrival next year and they will need all students to complete the 7th Grade Course Selection. Course selections can be found in student’s Schoology account under “Courses”. This needs to be completed by: Friday, May 1, 2020.
How to reach your counselor
Owens Counselors
Ms. Simmons - 5th Grade Counselor
Virtual Office Hours
Monday and Wednesday: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Tuesday and Thursday: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Phone: (832) 930 - 1351
Email: fgsimmons@ga.aliefisd.net
https://www.aliefisd.net/domain/4795
Ms. Iyamu - 6th Grade Counselor
Virtual Office Hours
Monday and Wednesday: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Tuesday and Thursday: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Phone: (832) 930 - 0339
Email: siiyamu@ga.aliefisd.net
https://www.aliefisd.net/domain/4795
Twitter: @owenscounselors
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