Truman PR/EL Counselors Corner

Wow! Spring Break is just around the corner. We had a great month celebrating kindness week. Students were able to put their kindness into action by doing kind acts for other classes and specialists in our school. They also learned about kindness all around the world! We are eager to see what the second half of the semester brings!

We are having a career exploration event at Truman Primary on May 12. Students will get to learn about different careers through a Wheels That Work activity. A variety of job vehicles are needed for students to learn about and get to explore! If you are interested, please send me an email at denisem@normanps.org.

The time is nearing for our annual state testing at Truman Elementary. We are required to have a proctor in each classroom to assist with the testing and assure that we are following state guidelines. Please let us know if you can assist with any of the test proctor times listed below. A parent/grandparent/ and/or relative cannot proctor in a class with their child and you cannot currently be attending high school. Sign up Genius (click here to sign up)

3rd Grade:

Monday, April 17th 8:30-10:15 - ELA 1 (proctors 3)

Tuesday, April 18th 8:30-10:15 - ELA 2 (proctors 3)

Wednesday, April 19th 8:30-10:15 - Math 1 (proctors 3)

Thursday, April 20th 8:30-10:15 - Math 2 (proctors 3)

4th Grade:

Thursday, April 20th 9:45-11:15 ELA 1 (Proctors 3)

Friday, April 21st 9:45-11:15 ELA 2 (Proctors 3)

Monday, April 24th 9:45-11:15 Math 1 (Proctors 3)

Tuesday, April 25th 9:45-11:15 Math 2 (Proctors 3)

5th Grade:

Monday, April 24th 8:15-9:45 ELA 1 (5th proctors)

Tuesday, April 25th 8:15-9:45 ELA 2 (5 proctors)

Wednesday, April 26th 8:15-9:45 ELA 3 (Writing) (5 proctors)

Thursday, April 27th 8:15-9:45 Math 1 (5 proctors)

Friday, April 28th 8:15-9:45 Math 2 (5 proctors)

Monday, May 1st 8:15-9:45 Science 1 (5 proctors)

Tuesday, May 2nd 8:15-9:45 Science 2 (5 proctors)

Mindfulness is a helpful tool for children and adults. It is about focusing on how you feel in

the present moment. It's not worrying about what's happened in the past or thinking about the

future.This is great for kids who have a hard time focusing. Research shows that practicing

mindfulness can help reduce anxiety and helps with regulating emotions.

Here are some strategies to try:

Grounding - This is a helpful exercise when you have a lot of things on your mind. You notice

in the present moment the things around you using your five senses.

5 things you can see

4 things you can hear

3 things you can touch

2 things you can smell

1 thing you can taste

Dragon Breathing

Clasp your hands together and put them under your chin. Take a deep breath in and bring your

elbows out looking up towards the sky. As you breathe out, let your elbows go back down to

your sides. Primary families, we practice this one in class. Ask your student to show it to you!

Finger Tracing

Lay your hand flat on a table and trace your fingers with your other hand. Breathe in as you trace up your finger and breathe out as you trace down your finger.

Rainbow Walk

Go for a walk around your house or outside with a grown-up. Try to find things that are each of the colors of the rainbow.

Find something red

Find something orange

Find something yellow

Find something green

Find something blue

Find something purple

Mrs. Massey is the school counselor at Truman Primary. She graduated with her Bachelor's from the University of Oklahoma and her Master's from the University of Central Oklahoma. Mrs. Massey enjoys gardening, musicals, Sooner football, OKC Thunder basketball, and playing with her puppies.

I believe it is my job to serve as a resource for you. If you have any needs or concerns, please reach out.

Email: denisem@normanps.org
Phone: 405-366-5950

As the Truman Elementary Counselor, I am now in my 30th year in public education. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in Social Work. I then earned an M.Ed in Special Education and a second M.Ed. in School Counseling. In 2008 I earned my National Board Certification in School Counseling. My passion is serving kids and families.

Email: twelborn@normanps.org
Website: https://sites.google.com/norman.k12.ok.us/truman-school-counseling-site/home
Location: 600 Parkside Road, Norman, OK, USA
Phone: 405366-5980