Hoffmann Counseling Newsletter
September 2022
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Hoffmann Counselors
HELLO HOFFMANN HAWK FAMILIES!! WELCOME TO THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR! WE ARE SO EXCITED TO SEE YOU AGAIN! WE ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP AND SUPPORT YOUR NEEDS. PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO REACH OUT TO US!
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Counseling Support
Responsive Services-We meet with individual students and small groups to focus on a specific need. Some topics include: Self-Confidence, Self-Control, Coping Strategies, Fears, Friendship, Responsible Behaviors and Bullying.
Individual Planning- We can help guide students in planning their future by establishing goals. Each student learns the necessary steps towards his/her personal goals. This is especially helpful in improving academic goals and transitioning to middle school.
System Support-We meet with parents, teachers and other school professionals to make decisions to help students be successful.
4 Skills That Counselors Teach in Guidance Classes
Intrapersonal Relationships
- Developing a positive self-concept
- Changing a particular behavior
- Developing ways to manage the demands of school, social activities, and family
- Making positive decisions and taking responsibility for actions
Interpersonal Relationships
- Evaluating how prejudices can be harmful
- Respecting and appreciating differences
- Learning how to effectively communicate with others
- Navigating relationships with friends, dating partners, family members, teachers, employers
Post-secondary Planning and Career Readiness
- Motivation to achieve in school
- Understanding how grades can affect post-secondary choices
- Selecting a career or college path
- Setting post-graduation goals
Personal Health and Safety
- Identifying resilience and positive coping skills
- Identifying assertiveness skills for personal protection
- Learning how to set personal boundaries
- Creating a personal wellness plan
Counseling Lessons- Introduction to the Counselor
My Counselor Is a Princess
The Rabbit Listened
Meet the School Counselor
Meet the Hoffmann Counselors
Melinda Garcia
Email: melinda.garcia@nisd.net
Phone: 210-397-8376
Twitter: @mldgar1
Jennifer Willow
Email: jennifer.willow@nisd.net
Phone: 210-397-8375
Twitter: @counselorwillow