CCNation Counselors' Corner
May/June 2022
Happy May!
May the 4th be with you all! We can't believe that summer break is almost here. Please remember that school is not over yet, so let's finish strong!
Remember to THANK YOUR TEACHER! Teacher appreciation week is from 5/2-5/6 2022.
Thank you teachers for all that you continue to do for our students. We appreciate you!
Inspirational Video- Be a Mr. Jensen- MUST WATCH!!
Calming Younger Children can be Difficult; Check Out These Tips From Childmind.org
STAAR Testing is May 10-13!
STAAR dates:
- Tuesday, 5/10: 3rd-5th Math STAAR
- Wednesday, 5/11: 3rd-5th Reading STAAR
- Thursday, 5/12: 5th Science STAAR and 3rd-4th make-ups
5 Tips for Coping with Test Anxiety (for kids!)
Parent Resources
NISD Threads Closet
The Northside Threads Closet provides support to NISD students and families by providing clothing in an effort to reduce barriers and increase attendance. Clothing is free to families and the student/family must have a counselor referral to access services.
- Provide 5 tops, 5 bottoms, 5 brand new socks, and 5 brand new bottoms to every enrolled NISD student in the referred family.
- Create volunteer opportunities for staff, students, and the greater community.
- Receive donations of gently used clothes and ready them for use.
- Families must get a referral from their NISD counselor to utilize this free service.
Free Counseling at Driggers Elementary
Meaningful May
Senior Walk
Belinda Rodriguez
Counselor for PreK, 1st, 3rd, and 5th grade
Email: belinda.rodriguez@nisd.net
Location: A124
Phone: 210-397-7276
Eva Barrientos
Counselor for PreK, ALE, Kinder, 2nd, and 4th grade
Email: eva.barrientos@nisd.net
Location: A125
Phone: 210-397-7275
Twitter: @EvaEBarrientos