Windsong Ranch Elementary Counseling and Lessons by Brooke Stenson

Meet Your School Counselor

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Brooke Stenson, M. Ed

Windsong Ranch Elementary

abstenson@prosper-isd.net

945-678-2768

Children's Health and Wellness Library

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https://www.childrens.com/health-wellness/featured-content

Prosper ISD Counseling Department Mission and Vision

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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.

Monthly Guidance Topics

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Building Healthy Friendship

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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

Self Management

abstenson — 2023-10-23 15:32:12 UTC

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

Self Management

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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

Self Management & Managing Stress

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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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K-2 Parent Previews WRE cafeteria:

October 14th -Kindergarten 8:00
October 15th -1st Grade 8:00
October 17th -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)

Caring: Positive Self Concept

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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

Caring: Positive Self Concept

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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

Texas Health and Human Services

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Community and Counseling Resources

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Community and Counseling Resources

If you or someone you know needs assistance with finding resources, the following options are available:

Essential Resources Information and Referral Line (24/7):
- Dial 211 or 877-541-7905
- Visit: 211.org
Search Local Resources:
- Cornerstone- For assistance, contact 972-689-9115
- Grace Bridge- Email: info@gracebridge.us or call 214-425-9423
- Lovepacs
- Neighbors Nourishing Neighbors Email: info@3foodpantry.org or call 469-296-8877
- Collin County Cares
- Life Path Systems
- Find Help Denton County
- Denton MHMR
Mental Health Support:
- Children’s Health
- Here for Texas: Visit Here for Texas to find a therapist
- Psychology Today: Find a Therapist
Emergency Support:
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Line: Call or text 988 for 24/7 support.

For additional counseling resources, contact your campus counselor.

Self Management

abstenson — 2023-10-23 17:46:20 UTC

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

Self Manangement

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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

Building Healthy Friendships

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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

Building Healthy Friendships

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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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Tools to help with Anxiety

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Tools: How to Make a Friend

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Let's Talk: Conflict Resolution

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Healthy Friendships

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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

Conflict Resolution & Communication

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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

Kindness, Compassion, Empathy

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Kindergarten Lesson on Friendship, Kindness, and Sharing

Caring, Appreciation of similarities and differences

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Healthy Friendships and Bullying Prevention

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Conflict Resolution and Communication

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

Conflict Resolution/Communication

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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

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

Making Good Choices

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Meet the Counselor 3rd

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

Meet the Counselor 4th

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

Meet the Counselor

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Students will be introduced to the role of the school counselor

Meet the Counselor

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Meet the Counselor 2nd

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

Self Management

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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.

Meet the Counselor 5th

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Perseverance

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

Kindness, Empathy and Compassion

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A Wrinkled Heart: A lesson on kindness and empathy.

Kindness and Empathy

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

Kindness, Empathy, and Compassion

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

Kindness, Empathy and Compassion

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

Caring: Apologizing and Friendship

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

Caring: Positive Self Concept

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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!

Kindness and Empathy

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

Perseverance

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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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Perseverance

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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.

Perseverance

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

Perseverance

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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!

Perseverance

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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!

Conflict Resolution

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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.

25-26 Academic Calendar

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25-26 School Times

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Caring: Positive Self Concept

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

Healthy Friendships

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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!

College and Career Week

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We explore various career choices during this eventful week!

College to Career Week

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We explore various career choices during College to Career week!

College to Career Week

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Students learn about and explore various career choices!

College to Career Week

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Students explore various career choices!

College to Career Week

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Career inventory

College to Career Week

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Career inventory

Caring: Appreciation of Differences

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

Integrity and Problem Solving

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

Conflict Resolution and Communication

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

Conflict Resolution and Communication

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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.

Conflict Resolution and Communication

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