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2024 Summer Counselor Conference
Registration for the online Summer Counselor Conference is underway! Many of you joined us last year for the first time, and I’m hoping you’ll join us again for even more learning and fun. It’s all online, so be my guest!…
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Peer Pressure: 5 Ways Kids Can Beat It
Learning to navigate negative peer pressure is an important topic for kids from elementary to high school. By providing tips and skills in elementary school, school counselors can give kids the tools they need to face those challenges. This knowledge…
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Self-Control: 26 Ways Kids Can Show It
As the school year progresses and students feel more “at home” and comfortable at school, you may see less self-control and more issues arising or teacher concerns centered around student impulsivity and inappropriate school behaviors. From kids needing self-regulation skills…
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3 Ideas for Red Ribbon Week 2023
Red Ribbon Week is October 23-31, and this year’s theme is “Be Kind to Your Mind. Live Drug-Free.” Because elementary school is the foundation for middle and high school, celebrating Red Ribbon Week is a proactive approach to instilling healthy…
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Building Relationships With Classroom Openers
Teachers and school counselors play a vital role in assisting with building relationships and creating classrooms where students feel safe, supported, and valued. Strong classroom relationships are very important because they impact the overall learning environment. When there is a…
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Guest Post: SEL and the Senses
I am happy to welcome Jessica Sinarski, LPCMH to the blog today to share about SEL and the Senses. I’m sure you will enjoy this informative post as much as I did. What Does SEL Have to Do With the…