Celebrate testing

This year we are taking a new approach to testing. We are going to celebrate it. We have a spirit week and assembly planned the week prior to testing and primary students are doing encouraging notes and posters during testing.

Here are some ideas that you can do to help them with this endeavor

• Encourage your child to do well but don't pressure him/her. You may stress him/her out. It is important for your child to stay relaxed on the test.


• Keep a positive attitude about tests.


• Mark down test days on your calendar so you and your child are both aware of testing dates.


• Make sure that your child gets enough sleep on the night before the test.


• Ensure that your child eats a healthy breakfast and avoid heavy foods that may make him/her groggy and avoid high sugar foods that may make him/her hyper.


• Make sure that your child gets up early enough so that he/she will be on time to school.


• Let your child relax for a few hours before bedtime, it can be stressful for a child to study all night.


• Talking about the test with your child can relieve stress about test taking.

I know our students will do their very best. Happy testing!

What is a School Counselor?

A school counselor is a type of helper in the school. The primary focus of a school counselor at the elementary level is prevention. My main objective is to help all students learn basic life skills and help your child have a successful school year. Often times, non-academic issues can get in the way of a student’s learning (especially during these early developmental years). Addressing these issues can help your child to succeed in school!

Some of the things counselors address with students, parents, and staff are:
Feelings, self esteem, behavior, death/loss, safety, friendship, homework, bullying, conflicts, listening and following directions, transitions, healthy behaviors, honesty, accepting others, separation/divorce, and much more!

School Counseling is a short term resource. If there are greater issues that need extensive attention, I will be glad to assist you in finding an outside counselor to work with your child.

Welcome

I am looking so forward to sharing all the fun things we are learning. This blog will allow you to keep informed about all that your child learns through the guidance program at Stamping Ground Elementary. Look for more updates!