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Support to help you grow
The school counselors strive to develop the whole student on her journey through Seisen. Our goal is to help students focus on academic, personal/social, and school/community development so they achieve success in school and are prepared to lead fulfilling lives as responsible members of society. Working together as a team with the school nurse and the learning support facilitator, the counselors provide caring concern and practical support so that students can grow and thrive.
ACADEMICS
Goals include:
- Learning how to learn
- Gaining confidence in their abilities
- Recognizing one's learning style
- Developing time management skills
- Communicating with teachers
- Revising and taking tests
PERSONAL/SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS
Goals include:
- Forming meaningful friendships.
- Being empathetic and showing respect
- Resolving interpersonal conflicts
- Understanding group & family dynamics
- Recognizing and preventing bullying
- Becoming safe and responsible users of technology
- Self-esteem building
- Effectively managing stress
- Developing positive coping strategies
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Goals include:
- Recognizing a community/world issue of personal importance
- Contributing in some way to an important cause
- Helping others in need
- Joining others in making a change for the better
- Taking on a leadership role
Areas for growth:
KG/ES Counselor
![Fostering a Growth Mindset]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1544408633/seisencom/fbeecuxj0acgorycebun/Image-1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1544408633/seisencom/fbeecuxj0acgorycebun/Image-1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1544408633/seisencom/fbeecuxj0acgorycebun/Image-1.png","width":640}])
ES teachers have continued to tackle how to help our students develop a "growth mindset" which has been linked to greater academic achievement.
![Wheel of Choice: Problem-Solving Made Easier!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1538536545/seisencom/rwvxqmfl61gcswqozhv4/collage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1538536545/seisencom/rwvxqmfl61gcswqozhv4/collage.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1538536545/seisencom/rwvxqmfl61gcswqozhv4/collage.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1538536545/seisencom/rwvxqmfl61gcswqozhv4/collage.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1538536545/seisencom/rwvxqmfl61gcswqozhv4/collage.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1538536545/seisencom/rwvxqmfl61gcswqozhv4/collage.png","width":1800}])
Fitting with their current Unit of Inquiry, Relationships, our grade 1 students are learning about many different strategies to help solve problems with their classmates and friends using the Wheel of Choice.
![Don't Stress. Do Your Best! A Warm Welcome From Ms. Carnright, School Counselor]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1536038539/seisencom/gjllhwxcih1nybhiwkwu/bulletinboard.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1536038539/seisencom/gjllhwxcih1nybhiwkwu/bulletinboard.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1536038539/seisencom/gjllhwxcih1nybhiwkwu/bulletinboard.jpg","width":640}])
Welcome back, Seisen student's and teachers! After a long summer away from school, here is a refresher about my role as KG & ES School Counselor. I've described some of my most important job duties and how to get in touch to make an appointment.
MS/HS Counselor
![Positive Discipline Tool of the Month: Special Time]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1543542598/seisencom/bc2stnzz2hzreh1i5mqz/ScreenShot2018-11-01at100842PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1543542598/seisencom/bc2stnzz2hzreh1i5mqz/ScreenShot2018-11-01at100842PM.png","width":294}])
"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is gift which is why we call it the present."
Children are incredibly aware of the world around them, and the messages they receive about mistakes- intentional or unintentional- are internalized. If we want our children to be gritty, resilient, risk-takers, we need to be teaching that mistakes are wonderful opportunities to learn. If we want our children to succeed, we need to teach them how to fail.
![Positive Discipline Tool of the Month: Family Meetings]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1536729817/seisencom/zqzbmvhd4ztmixmhrwdj/331610_3847903921015_1154908838_o.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1536729817/seisencom/zqzbmvhd4ztmixmhrwdj/331610_3847903921015_1154908838_o.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1536729817/seisencom/zqzbmvhd4ztmixmhrwdj/331610_3847903921015_1154908838_o.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1536729817/seisencom/zqzbmvhd4ztmixmhrwdj/331610_3847903921015_1154908838_o.jpg","width":1109}])
A great way to open up or strengthen the lines of communication within your family is by having weekly family meetings. Family meetings are an effective tool because all members get to have a voice and the freedom to express themselves. They also teach important life skills such as respectful communication, problem solving, and responsibility.
On Wednesday, October 17th, I will be holding my first parent workshop of the year from 7pm-8:30pm in the Drama room. In addition to safeguarding, we will also explore the Positive Discipline approach to family meetings. I hope to see many of you there!