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Students will be introduced to the school counselor and the roles of the counselor.

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Students will be introduced to the role of the school counselor

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In first grade we are learning about self management. We discuss kid size problems and adult size problems, and when to seek help from an adult.

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In second grade we focus on thinking before we speak.

Competencies:

Students have a positive self concept

Students utilize effective executive functioning skills

Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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In this lesson student's learn ways to combat teasing or put downs and not taking the bait.  We teach strategies to ignore behaviors, tell others to stop, and then report when necessary.  At the end of the lesson student's go fishing in mini pond and respond to conflict situations in healthy, appropriate ways.

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Healthy Friendships and Bullying Prevention

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Healthy Friendships and Bullying Prevention

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During Kindergarten guidance lessons we will focus on identifying various feelings and understanding that ALL feelings are okay.  We will discuss ways we can tame our anger and frustration in healthy ways.

Competencies:

Students have a positive self concept

Students utilize effective executive functioning skills

Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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Students will be introduced to the school counselor and all the things I can help with!

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In 3rd grade guidance we spend time working through tough emotions.  We read the book "Soda Pop Head" and students identify things that make them fizz and healthy ways to cope with those strong emotions.
Competencies:

Students have a positive self concept

Students utilize effective executive functioning skills

Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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Prosper ISD Counseling Department Mission and Vision

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Prosper ISD Counseling Department Mission and Vision

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In kindergarten we are focusing on how to handle conflict and what to do when we face disagreements.

Competencies covered:

-Students utilize effective conflict resolution skills

-Students utilize appropriate communication skills

-Students develop healthy relationships

-Students Possess assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection

-Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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The lessons in October and November will focus on anti-victimization.  Below are the competencies that will be covered:

Competency 2:  Students utilize effective and appropriate communication.

Competency 3:  Students recognize personal boundaries, individual rights, and privacy needs of others

Competency 3:  Students possess assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection.

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In 5th Grade we are discussing ways to manage stress and anxiety in healthy ways.  We all get stressed, but we have to find appropriate ways to manage it or it can get out of control.

Competencies:

Students have a positive self concept

Students utilize effective executive functioning skills

Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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Students will be introduced tot he role of the school counselor with a fun bingo game!

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In kindergarten we spend a lot of time working on being a good friend and treating others with respect.  We also want to remember that all of us are unique and special in our own way!We will read the book "Be Who You Are" by Todd Parr
Competencies:

Students interact effectively with a diverse population

Students demonstrate effective and appropriate communication

students develop healthy relationships

Students utilize assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection

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In fourth grade guidance we will read the book "Technology Tail" as we discuss ways we can responsible for ourselves while using technology.  We will discuss the ways we can use our technology for good.

Competencies:

Students have a positive self concept

Students utilize effective executive functioning skills

Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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In fourth grade we are working on including others in various areas of our lives.   We read the book "The Invisible Boy" and discuss ways we can look for other children who may need a friend.  Students are challenged to put this into action by actively looking for ways to include others.
Competencies:

Students interact effectively with a diverse population

Students demonstrate effective and appropriate communication

students develop healthy relationships

Students utilize assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection

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In 5th grade we spend time discussing what makes a healthy friendship. We discuss ways we can be a good friend and look for healthy qualities in friendships.

Competencies:

Students interact effectively with a diverse population

Students demonstrate effective and appropriate communication

students develop healthy relationships

Students utilize assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection

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For our first topic of learning "self-management" we focus on handling and identifying our own emotions.  While reading the book "In My Heart, A Book of Feelings", we learn that all feelings are important.   We discuss ways to control the bigger feelings in a healthy way.

Competencies:

Students have a positive self concept

Students utilize effective executive functioning skills

Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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Connecting People and Services to Local Resources | 2-1-1 Texas

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Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, one number is all you need to know.

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During guidance we will discuss the importance of being the "ONE" to stop bullying behavior and stand up for others.  We will discuss how we can be an "upstander" when it comes to helping others.

Competencies:

Students interact effectively with a diverse population

Students demonstrate effective and appropriate communication

students develop healthy relationships

Students utilize assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection

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In 3rd grade we talk about grudges and healthy friendships by reading the book "The Sour Grape" and talking about how to be a grape and not a raisin!

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In this unit we discuss how to own our mistakes and discuss ways to mend a friendship through apology.

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In this lesson we discuss the importance of differences and each one of us has something special!

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Students learn the importance of doing the right thing without being told. We talk about being responsible, making smart choices, and integrity. Student's are challenged to take on a new responsibility without being told.

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During this lesson we discuss all the unique qualities that we ALL have and how we can show ourselves some self love!

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In this lesson we discuss different points of view and how to see things from someone else's perspective

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Students learn more about empathy and how noticing what other people feel can a world of difference.

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Students learn the importance of taking responsibility for our choices and decisions without blaming others. The primary focus is taking responsibility when we make mistakes or make a not so great choice. Every day is a fresh start!

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Students completed a Quaver lesson on bullying and why people bully. They learned why some kids can treat others unfair and what we can do to make better decisions to make sure everyone is safe and happy in life and at school.

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During this lesson we focus on noticing how other people may be feeling and how we can help.

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In this lesson, students learn the importance of not giving in to peer pressure and staying true to yourself.

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In 3rd grade we are learning how mistakes and failures help us grow. We persevere through the tough times and try again!

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Conflict resolution, communication, making and keeping friends

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Caring, Appreciation of similarities and differences

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Caring, Appreciation of similarities and differences

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In this lesson, student's learn the different between teasing vs. bullying, as well as playful teasing and mean teasing.

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In 5th grade we are focusing on appropriate ways to deal with conflict and disagreements. We will discuss healthy ways to manage behaviors and communicate with others.

Competencies Covered:

-Students utilize effective conflict resolution skills

-Students utilize appropriate communication skills

-Students develop healthy relationships

-Students Possess assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection

-Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Students help Danny make responsible choices in the book "What Should Danny do, School Day". They even get to see what happens when he makes a not so great choice. We all have the power to choose!

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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Integrity: Problem Solving/ Responsible Decision Making

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In this lesson, students learn about the importance of rules and making smart decisions. We explore how rules help us stay safe and happy.

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K-2 Parent Previews WRE cafeteria:

October 20th -Kindergarten 8:00

October 21st -1st Grade 8:00

October 22nd -2nd Grade 8:00

3rd-5th grade can view all curriculum here:

Fifth Grade Parent Letter and Preview

Anti Victimization Guidance Lesson Parent Letter (5th)

Fourth Grade Parent Letter and Preview

Anti Victimization Guidance Lesson Parent Letter (4th)

Third Grade Parent Letter and Preview

Anti Victimization Guidance Lesson Parent Letter (3rd)

Second Grade Parent Letter and Preview Date

Anti Victimization Parent Letter (2nd Grade)

First Grade Parent Letter and Preview Date

Anti Victimization Parent Letter (1st Grade)

Kindergarten Parent Letter and Preview Date

Anti Victimization Parent Letter (Kindergarten)

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In this lesson students learn about how decisions change their day.

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In this lesson we will focus on the polite way to apologize, when to apologize, and how to accept an apology.

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A Wrinkled Heart: A lesson on kindness and empathy.

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Kindergarten Lesson on Friendship, Kindness, and Sharing

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In this book students learnt the power of not giving up, even when things seem impossible.

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During this lesson we discuss ways we can notice how others feel and be kind!

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In Kindergarten we are learning how to work through the hard stuff! When things are difficult we work on getting better and strengthening weaknesses!

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In first grade we are learning how to work through the hard stuff and not give up! We will learn how to use growth mindset when things get tough.

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In second grade we are learning how to grow through mistakes. Mistakes help us know where we need to improve!

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In 4th grade we read the book "Dream Big" as we discuss grit and perseverance. When things are hard, our why keeps us going!

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In 5th grade we spend time learning about positive communication and handling conflict in productive ways. In Mr. Peabody's Apples we discuss how rumors can cause more problems.

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I can use an I statement, how to be a problem solver

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In this lesson we discuss how to problem solve and manage conflict in a healthy way.

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In 4th grade we are focusing on appropriate ways to deal with conflict and disagreements. We will discuss healthy ways to manage behaviors and communicate with others.

Competencies Covered:

-Students utilize effective conflict resolution skills

-Students utilize appropriate communication skills

-Students develop healthy relationships

-Students Possess assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection

-Students behave appropriately to situations and environments

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Students learn about and explore various career choices!

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We explore various career choices during this eventful week!

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We explore various career choices during College to Career week!

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Students explore various career choices!

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Career inventory

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Career inventory