At Menchaca Early Childhood Center, we are incredibly grateful to have Officer Michelle Gonzales on our team. Every day, she goes above and beyond to ensure our students, staff, and families feel safe and welcome. Her dedication to maintaining a secure and caring environment allows us to focus on learning and play with peace of mind.
Thank you, Officer Gonzales, for your hard work, warmth, and commitment to our Menchaca family!
We understand that unexpected situations or emergencies can arise, which may cause delays. If you're running late, please notify the front office to keep us informed. (210-882-1610)
For our bus riders, please don't forget that it is the parent/guardians' responsibility to be at the bus stop to receive their child. Failure to comply with this district policy could lead to the loss of bus riding privileges. Track your child's bus by clicking here.
At Menchaca Early Childhood Center, we believe in making learning fun, which is why we incorporate special dress-up days into our monthly activities calendar! Please remember that on all other days, students are expected to follow the Southside ISD Standardized Dress Code. Thank you for helping us keep our campus safe and consistent!
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10 Ways to Help Your Child Express How They Feel
Helping children learn to express their emotions is a crucial skill that lays the foundation for healthy emotional development. Verbalizing feelings not only enhances communication but also fosters self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Here are practical strategies to empower your child to put their emotions into words:
1. Create a safe space. Build an environment where your child feels comfortable sharing their feelings without fear of judgment. Offer reassurance that all emotions are valid.
2. Be a role model. Demonstrate emotional expression yourself. Discuss your feelings openly and encourage conversations about emotions.
3. Identify emotions. Teach your child about different emotions and provide examples. This equips them with a vocabulary to describe what they're feeling.
4. Active listening. When your child shares their emotions, listen attentively without interrupting. Show empathy and understanding to validate their feelings.
5. Use storytelling. Utilize age-appropriate stories or characters to help your child identify their emotions in different situations.
6. Name that feeling. Encourage your child to put a name to their emotions. This helps them process and communicate their inner experiences.
7. Ask open-ended questions. Engage in conversations that encourage more than a simple "yes" or "no" response. Ask questions like "How did that make you feel?" to prompt deeper reflection.
8. Art and play. Children may find it easier to express emotions through art, role-playing, or storytelling.
9. Teach coping strategies. In addition to verbal expression, teach your child health ways to manage their emotions, promoting emotional regulation.
10. Celebrate efforts. Acknowledge and celebrate your child's attempts at expressing their emotions. Encourage progress rather than perfection.
If you any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Early Childhood Counselors at:
celena.hernandez@southsideisd.org or melanie.morgan@southsideisd.org
