HGMS Counseling Connection
October 2023
Happy Fall Gladiator Families!
Welcome to the second edition of the 2023-2024 HGMS Counseling Department Newsletter. These first weeks of school have been busy, but filled with so many rewarding moments. While we anxiously wait for the hot weather to take it's leave for the year, we want to take some time to highlight the wonderful things that have happened so far this year.
Fall is an active time of year and we have lots of fun activities planned for the students. We encourage our students to be as involved in school-wide activities as possible. This will foster a sense of belonging to the Garcia community and promote a positive school-wide culture.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read our newsletter.
Kindest regards,
The HGMS Counseling Department
Your HGMS Counseling Department
October is National Bullying Prevention Month
Decision of Respect
Bully Awareness Week
HGMS Kindness Club in Action
Terrific Teachers
Selling Concessions
HGMS Student Ambassadors
Socktober
HGMS Crochet Club
Parents...Do You Know How to Crochet?
Red Ribbon Week
Put a Cap on Drugs!
Too Bright to do Drugs!
Give Drugs the Boot!
Coping Skills on the Go!
Read further to learn more!
Interactive Coping Skills Bulletin Board
Fanny Pack Friday
The launch of Fanny Pack Friday for the 2023-2024 school year was a fabulous success. We love seeing our students and staff rock their awesome fanny packs each Friday. Each student wearing a fanny pack receives a "Coping Skill on the Go!"
It's not too late! Parents and students are encouraged to participate! You won't want to miss out!
Guidance Lessons in Action
Friendship Staircase Lesson with 6th graders
Awesome Howdy Lesson in ALE
7th & 8th graders - Vape Free is the Way to Be
Small Group Counseling
Important Dates:
October 23rd - 27th: Red Ribbon Week
November 3rd: Career Day
November 8th & 9th: 6th Grade Counseling Guidance Lesson #3
November 14th: Swiftie Hour
November 15th & 16th: 7th Grade Counseling Guidance Lesson #3
November 17th: Dodgeball Tournament
November 29th: Elective Showcase for incoming 6th graders (current 5th grade students)
November 29th & 30th: 8th Grade Counseling Guidance Lesson #3
December 7th: Kindness Club Fleece Blanket Day
December 15th: End of Marking Period 2
Office Assistant Spotlight
Avynn Warren
Austin Chaput
Bailey Meredith
Gladiators of Great Character
Counseling Office Wishlist
Resources
4 Minute Mindfulness Activity
Academic Coaching Schedules
GT: Testing & Identification
HGMS 23-24 Bell Schedule
Home Access Center
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