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Happy Fall! The holiday season is just around the corner! During these times, we also have in our hearts loved ones that have passed on before us. This can be a very difficult time for adults and children.
The Counseling Department would like to share some special news for families! We have invited Bereavement & Grief Specialists from Hospice Support Care to come to our school. We will be hosting an informational workshop on Understanding Children’s Grief and Bereavement Process and how it effects the family system and child as a whole. We are pleased to have:
Ms. Sharron Simpson, Adult Bereavement Program Coordinator,
&
Ms. Carol Ellia, MHR, Children & Teen Bereavement Program Coordinator
in our school for a special night of coming together to understand Bereavement and it’s effect on our children. Often, we find ourselves sitting with children that have had difficulty working through their own grief, and would like to empower parents with the information and skills to address this sensitive issue at home. Hospice Care will also be bringing “Gus,” who is a therapy dog. We will be holding this session on:
November 18th, 2009 from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. here at our school in our library.
Families that may be interested in attending can call Mrs. Fiddler or Mrs. Calisha Bertram with questions, or confirming attendance. If requested, children can also have access to a grief workshop that evening. Please give us a call to let us know you will be joining us! (540) 286-1956.
What is a School Counselor?
A school counselor is a helper in your school. She helps kids with things like problem solving, understanding feelings, and making friends!
I provide a variety of services to the children, parents, teachers, and staff of the school. These services include but are not limited to:
Classroom Guidance Lessons
Planned, educational groups designed to help students understand and deal with normal developmental tasks and issues. Examples include character education, peer relationships, conflict resolution, and personal safety. They also provide an important opportunity for non-referred students to interact with the counselor.
Individual Counseling
For students whose needs cannot be met within the regular classroom environment or within a support group, I also offer individual counseling on a regular basis. Typically, I see students for one or two times , or additional sessions to address ongoing concerns.
Social Groups
The counselor hosts various groups such as “Lunch Bunch” and “New Students” which allow students to socialize with one another and the counselor without the structure of a formal counseling group.
Small Group Counseling
The counselor works with a small group of students who have been referred for similar issues. This format is goal-centered and oriented toward enhancing and developing coping skills. Some common types of counseling groups deal with divorce, friendship, self-esteem, anger, and grief or loss. These groups are confidential.
Referral Assistance
The counselor maintains a comprehensive list of specialists who may be helpful in the event of a concern beyond the scope of school counseling services.
Who is a School Counselor for?
Your School Counselor is here for EVERYONE! She is here for every student, every teacher, and every parent who is part of the
As always, it is a pleasure to work with such WONDERFUL children and families here at Rocky Run. Please contact me with any questions you may have regarding the Guidance Program. I can be reached by telephone at (540)-286-1956 ext. 125 or email: bertramcm (@staffordschools.net)
Class Announcements Difficulty Transitioning To SchoolIt is not unusual for a child to experience separation issues after an extended time with family or when faced with a new challenge. Getting back to school after summer vacation, weekends, and holidays are often a time when separation issues arise. Remind your child of his/her past successes with managing things that are hard. Express confidence in your child's ability to handle this challenge and let him/her know that you are feeling very good about the school, the bus driver and the people at school who supported him. Explain to your child that she/he will be riding the school bus tomorrow and make arrangements for the other parent, if possible, to put her/him on the bus. It's good to rotate this if you can. As a part of the plan, talk about who he/she would like to sit with on the bus. It could be a sibling or a neighbor who rides the same bus. If it's a neighbor, call the other child's parent to see if this would work out. Of course, your child could also make the arrangements for this. Your child may want to put something special in his/her pocket or back pack to share and/or to serve as a connection to home. You could even ask your child what would help him/her make the transition from home to school easier with the bottom line always being that he/she has to go and he/she has to take the bus. If there seems to be a problem on the bus, let the school know so that it can be looked into and addressed. Be kind to yourself. It's not easy to put an upset child on the bus or leave him or her at school. Once you have established a connection with people at school and have determined that all is well there for your child, it's easier to follow through with getting him/her on the bus or dropping him/her at the designated drop off point at school. Parents are key to the success of the plan. Resources to utilize in our communityResources to Keep Close for Families in Need: Project LINK is an interagency project aimed at helping pregnant or parenting women with risk factors for substance abuse or personal histories of chemical dependency. LINK provides a coordinated system of screening, referral, service delivery, and follow-up for consumers and their children. Services are free to women residing in the local area of Stafford and American Red Cross American Red Cross offers resources such as coats for children in need. Families must be approved through Department of Social Services. (540) 735-0500 S.E.R.V.E has a food pantry which offers assistance to families in need of food and having a hard time paying their bills. Emergency Financial Assistance for Stafford County Residents:Providing up to $100 towards rent, utilities, and urgent medications once per 12 mo. time period. (540) 288-9603 Stafford County Department of Social Services Social Services assist low-income households for home energy such as fuel assistance, crisis assistance, and weatherization assistance. (540) 658- 8720 Rappahannock Area Agency on Aging’s Weatherization Assistance Program is designed to make your home more energy efficient. They inspect your heating system for safety, air leaks are stopped, and insulation is provided as needed. Must meet income guidelines and be a homeowner. (540) 371-3375 Agape Fellowship Ministries (540) 657-5771 Abundant Life Assembly of God (540) 720-2437 For More information on any of these programs, please call 211. Classroom Guidance Schedule: Updated 8/27/08Monday Week 1 11:25- 12:10 Mrs. Rush Tuesday 12:55-1:40 Mrs. Steber 1:40- 2:25 Mrs. Williams Wednesday 11:25- 12:10 Ms. Potter 1:40-2:25 Mrs. Caswell Thursday 12:55-1:40 Mrs. Franco’s Class 1:40-2:25 Ms. Jenning's Class Friday 11:25- 12:10 Mrs. Peloquin’s Class 12:55- 1:40 Mrs. 1:40-2:25 Mrs. Olson’s Class Monday Week 2 12:55-1:40 Mrs. Spicer’s Class 1:40-2:25 Ms. Mangano’s Class Tuesday 11:25-12:10 Ms. Roper’s Class Wednesday 11:25- 12:10 Mr. Jarski’s Class 12:55- 1:40 Mrs. Dorazio Thursday 11:25-12:10 Mrs. Urbanic’s Class 12:55-1:40 Mrs. Catalano’s Class 1:40-2:25 Mrs. Willden’s Friday 12:55- 1:40 Mrs. Vafiadis’ Class 1:40-2:25 Mrs. Discussion Topics Class Files No "Class Files" exist(s) |
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