Mrs. Casdorph's Counselor News

February's core essential is uniqueness—learning more about others so you can know more about yourself.

The animal this month is the leafy sea dragon. Leafy sea dragons are known for their peaceful and gentle demeanor. Despite their striking appearance, they are not aggressive creatures and prefer to glide gracefully through the water, showcasing the beauty of tranquility and peaceful coexistence. Learning about their gentle nature can inspire us to cultivate empathy, kindness, and peaceful interactions in our own lives.

As always, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Whether you prefer to stop by the school or give me a call, I’m happy to help in any way I can.

Emily Casdorph

BE IT:

Make a list of things you find wonderful and unique about yourself, your friends, and your

family members. Don’t focus on the way you look, but really consider positive things about

each person’s character and interests. Take time to remind yourself and your friends and

family of the things you love and appreciate about our uniqueness.

ASK A GROWN-UP:

• What are some things you remember about your childhood that made you feel unique?

• Do you remember a time when your uniqueness helped you understand others?

ASK A KID:

• What are some ways you feel unique?

• Has anyone ever complimented you on something that made you feel unique?

One way that we can discover how we are important to others is through work. Maybe your child isn’t ready to put in an 8-hour day at the office (who is!?), but he or she can still do significant work that will help your family and others. From taking out the trash, to doing dishes, folding laundry, or lending a hand to the neighbor, there are age-appropriate tasks that all kids can do.

Doing this work will make them feel important, needed, and connected to others.