Bobcat Family Connection

Contact me at 520-908-5762 or email me

School Counseling

September is devoted to safety and respect! Students will be learning the rules for respecting personal space and boundaries. They will review safe/unsafe touches and practice using I-Messages and assertive language necessary for expressing personal boundaries. They will also take some time to consider friendship rules to maintain respectful relationships. We will practice good sportsmanship and playground etiquette. Our restorative circles will focus on respect and personal boundaries.

Group Counseling

Friendship Lunch Bunch

Anger/ Emotional Control

Self Esteem/ Self Understanding

Impulse Control

Support Groups

(Grief~ Family Changes ~ Trauma-informed resiliency, need specific)

One-on-one counseling is provided by request. To refer a student, please contact me. Permission is needed for individual counseling.

Drop-in/check-ins: Students may come to see me any time (at teacher discretion). If I am not in my room, students know to sign a slip and place under my door. I will come get them when able.

Calm Corner: Students may use the calm corner with permission. A 5-15 minute timer is set.

CICO/Bobcat Buddies: Daily AM & PM mentoring

If you need support for your child’s social-emotional needs or could use some resources, please reach out to me at any time. We have an emergency food & clothing bank at Banks, but I can also assist you in getting in touch with more resources if needed—We are a Bobcat Family.

To request family or one-on-one counseling, please email me or call 520-908-5762.

Ashley Hult, Counselor

Please consider joining our PTO. We are also looking for family members willing to volunteer their time at our school! Do you have a special skill, interest or talent you might be willing to teach our students? We’d love to see you involved at our school! Please contact us if you are interested in volunteering some time with us! There are lots of ways to volunteer. Sign up today!

Join us for a dynamic workshop where you'll explore various communication styles and build stronger relationships. Discover the art of self-presentation by mastering both your words and body language, while learning to be assertive without being overly demanding. Don’t forget to register and inform us if you need childcare assistance. Please give us a call at 520-908-3980 to sign up. Presented at the Southwest FRC.

Join us on Thursdays to learn the ins and outs of basic computer skills. You can get support using apps, software programs, and the internet for job searches, research, or finding resources. You can also get help with resume building and much more! Walk-ins are welcome or give us a call to sign up at 520-908-3908

The Family Resource Centers have partnered with Literacy Connects to provide free Adult English classes for parents, guardians, or caregivers of TUSD registered students. English Language Acquisition for Adults (ELLA) helps parents learn and improve their English language skills. ELAA students come from more than 70 countries and have educational levels that vary from college graduates to those who do not read and write in their native language. All are welcome. Call 520-908-3980 to sign up.

Family Resource Center (FRC) services are available to TUSD students and their families, free of charge. Childcare and interpretation are available to TUSD students and siblings for most classes. Student classes will begin in September! The closest location to Banks is the Southwest FRC.

Other services include:

• Clothing bank
• Food pantry
• Help with TUSD forms
• Information and referrals

STEP is a five-week program for parents and caregivers with children aged 9-14. You will learn to promote healthy habits, set guidelines, manage conflicts, and strengthen family bonds. Attendance is important, as each week builds on the lessons from the previous week. Program materials and incentives valued at over $75 will be offered. Please call the FRC below that you are interested in attending.

Candelen offers one of the most extensive support programs for family (kin), friend, and neighbor (kith) childcare, which is one of the country’s most common forms of caregiving. It usually includes relatives, friends, neighbors, and other adults caring for children in their home. Whatever role you play in the life of a child, our groups empower you to give kids the brightest start possible. Receive resources, materials and information on topics like:

Child Development

Health & Safety

Positive Guidance

Behavior Challenges

Nutrition

Language & Literacy

Home Safety

In this series you will get to practice new skills in each session to bring home proven strategies and confidently incorporate them into your daily routine with the kids in your care. You will have the opportunity to earn a certificate of completion and CPR/First Aid training. Please call the center at 520-908-3980 to sign up.

Family Resource Center services are available to TUSD students and their families, free of charge. Please call the center to register for classes. Childcare is available to TUSD students and siblings for most classes. Please inform staff of the need for childcare when you register. Include the number of children, ages, and any special needs. Interpreter services are available. Please inform staff of the need for an interpreter when you register. Please register at least two weeks in advance if interpreter services are needed.

Other services include:

• Clothing bank
• Food pantry
• Help with TUSD forms
• Information and referrals

Join our beginner line dance class to learn basic steps, counts, and choreographed sequences. Dances will be set to different music. No class on 10/17 and 12/12. What a fun way to get moving! Please call 520-909-3980 to sign up.

Study Smart Tutoring strives to prepare students for college, careers, and lifelong success. Through the Achievement Tutoring program, we can support students with math and reading schoolwork. We aim to provide tools so each student will improve and maintain their learning skills. This FREE tutoring service is available to TUSD students. Please call now to reserve your student a seat in this enrichment program. Please Call (303) 771-1160 x107 or email to sign up.

Join us for this financial foundation program that Family Housing Resources is offering. Parents/Guardians and Children (10-17 years old) are encouraged to participate and learn how to move families toward financial freedom and generational wealth together! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Families that attend all three sessions will be entered into a free drawing held at the end of the last session to win a great prize! Please call the center at 520-908-3980 if you are interested in attending.