Meet Me in the Middle

Northwest Counseling Program

Can you believe we are almost done with Term 1 in the new school year? The NWMS counseling department is looking forward to a year of inspirational, educational, and fun activities to support student mental, emotional, social, academic, and college/career success. Students will have opportunities to participate in a variety of groups and programs, as well as classroom guidance lessons.

What does a school counselor do?

If you are still not completely sure about what a school counselor does, never fear! We went to classroom visits to briefly explain who we are, what we do, and why/how students may request our help. If interested in meeting with a counselor for individual time:

Students can request individual counseling by completing this GoogleForm, ask a teacher, or if urgent, come directly to the counseling department.
To request counseling for your child, please call or email us to discuss your concerns.

Coming in October-November for 8th Grade - PCCR!

What are PCCR's?

Plan for College & Career Readiness: We will be presenting in classrooms to go over how high school is different, credits, grade point average and options for beyond high school.

8th Grade Parent/Guardian Expectation: We will help navigate the high school plan with your individual student and their goals to customize their pathway. We will be available to meet with you during P/T Conferences, during the school day and a few evening zoom sessions with dates to come.


What will YOU do differently this year? The best part of starting a new school year is that it is a NEW year! This year—each new day—is your opportunity to consider the helpful, productive, encouraging, and kind things that have made a positive difference—and do more of those things! Consider the lessons learned, but don't focus too much on what didn't go well in the past. You may have struggled a bit in your classes or friendships, but that does not mean you will continue to do so. As Henry Ford once said, "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't—you're right." Think about what you are thinking about. Decide what you can do differently this year—and then do it each new day!	Tips for Success in Middle School The Middle School years are full of change for students—and families. These years are a critical time for development and students need all the help they can get to establish good academic and social habits. Move this World is a social, emotional program that all students go through daily during 2nd period to provide tools to help them succeed.	Hang in There! I won't lie to you—there will be times this year that you feel like you are losing your footing, literally and figuratively! When you begin to compare yourself with your peers, you may feel as if you fall short in comparison. Here's the thing—there will always be someone who is more "er"—smarter, prettier, funnier, faster, etc. The key is to not get caught in the comparison trap! Be grateful for the gifts and talents you have, celebrate those in others—be yourself!

What will YOU do differently this year?

The best part of starting a new school year is that it is a NEW year! This year—each new day—is your opportunity to consider the helpful, productive, encouraging, and kind things that have made a positive difference—and do more of those things! Consider the lessons learned, but don't focus too much on what didn't go well in the past. You may have struggled a bit in your classes or friendships, but that does not mean you will continue to do so.

As Henry Ford once said, "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't—you're right."

Think about what you are thinking about. Decide what you can do differently this year—and then do it each new day!

Tips for Success in Middle School

The Middle School years are full of change for students—and families. These years are a critical time for development and students need all the help they can get to establish good academic and social habits. Move this World is a social, emotional program that all students go through daily during 2nd period to provide tools to help them succeed.

Hang in There!

I won't lie to you—there will be times this year that you feel like you are losing your footing, literally and figuratively! When you begin to compare yourself with your peers, you may feel as if you fall short in comparison. Here's the thing—there will always be someone who is more "er"—smarter, prettier, funnier, faster, etc. The key is to not get caught in the comparison trap! Be grateful for the gifts and talents you have, celebrate those in others—be yourself!

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Meet Me in the Middle

Northwest Middle School Counseling Newsletter Term 1

Meet Me in the Middle

Northwest Middle School Counseling Newsletter Term 1

Northwest Counseling Program

What does a school counselor do?

My Counselor Is:

Coming in October-November for 8th Grade - PCCR!

What will YOU do differently this year?

Tips for Success in Middle School

Hang in There!

What will YOU do differently this year?

Tips for Success in Middle School

Hang in There!

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