Counselors' Newsletter

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💗 February 💗

During the month of February, students will continue learning about and practicing social emotional skills. Students will practice problem-solving skills and building positive relationships with others. Students will continue to learn about managing their feelings and emotions. Third, fourth and fifth grade students will be taking Panorama survey.

🏠 Home Connections & Activities 🏠

Discuss the importance of learning to identify problems and resolve conflicts in a kind and respectful way. Help your child understand why problem-solving requires being open to others' views and ideas to help in resolving problems and conflict.

Practice activities that help them slow down and regulate their emotions.

Family Conflict Strategies

Here are some ideas to help with Family Conflict and finding strategies to resolve the conflicts.

Stop speaking in anger. Take time to cool off before continuing conversations.
Consider if the issue is really worth fighting over. Don't get caught up in arguments over trivial things.
Separate the person from the problem. Try to look at the heart of the matter objectively and discuss it, rather than making things personal.
Understand the the goal is to resolve conflict, not win the fight.
Don't interrupt during a discussion. Let everyone complete their thoughts and listen.
Keep an even calm tone and use your indoor voice. Shouting makes everyone defensive and raises stress levels.
Use "I" statements when conveying to other how you feel. "I feel mad when...."
Ask questions to clarify and understand what is being said.
Stay focused on the matter at hand. Don't bring up the past or go off topic.
Brainstorm solutions together.
Stick to the solutions and follow through with them.

National School Counseling Week 2/3-2/7

Kindness Crew Meeting 2/10

Kindness Crew Meeting 2/24

No School 2/17

Random Acts of Kindness Day 2/18

Black History Month Celebration 2/21

National School Counseling Week

Mission & Vision

The mission of the De Zavala Counseling Department is to collaborate with stakeholders to promote kindness, compassion and respect among the entire student body by providing them with the social emotional tools needed to assist with real-life experiences.

The vision of the De Zavala Counseling Department is to empower all students in reaching their maximum potential and becoming responsible, contributing 21st century leaders. Through our comprehensive counseling program, we will address academic, social emotional and career goals which will empower their college, career, military and emotional readiness.