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CANDLEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Counselor’s Corner
Jessica Vicente, School Counselor
October 2014
Classroom Guidance
ASCA Mindset: Belief in development of
whole self, including a healthy balance of
mental, social/emotional and physical
well-being.
National Bullying Prevention and Awareness
Month began in 2006 in response to the need to
raise awareness of bullying, as it was historically
viewed "a childhood rite of passage" and believed
that bullying "made kids tougher", when the reality
is that bullying has devastating effects such as
school avoidance, loss of self-esteem, increased
anxiety, and depression. (PACER)
www.pacer.org
HAPPENING NOW
School Success Workshop: It’s not too late to join us
for the School Success Workshop on October 22nd at
6:30 pm. The workshop will take place at Candlebrook.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Red Ribbon Week: Our theme is “Drug Free, The
Healthy Way to Be!” Look in the Wednesday Express for
more detailed information about our daily activities!
How do I contact Mrs. Vicente?
Phone:
Email:
610-205-3742
jvicente@umasd.org
Kindergarten: Kindergarten students
will learn how to “Stop and Think” to
make smart, safe and healthy choices.
1st Grade – First grade students will
hear the story Hunter’s Best Friend at
School and learn how to resist peer
pressure and help their friend make
better choices.
2nd Grade – Second grade students
will hear the story Band-Aid Chicken
and learn how to stand up for others
(be an Upstander).
3rd Grade – Third grade students will
have the chance to demonstrate
empathy after listening to the story
Hey Little Ant.
4th Grade – Fourth grade students will
learn how not to get caught in the web
of sticky situations. They will learn
ways to resist peer pressure by
learning how to say NO and still keep
Feel free to stop by their friends.
or make an
appointment!
SCHOOL COUNSELOR’S CORNER
OCTOBER 2014
Take the Red Ribbon Pledge now and be a part of
the creation of a drug free America.
WHAT'STHE PLEDGE ABOUT?
1.
As parents and citizens, we will talk to our
children and the children in our lives about the
dangers of drug abuse.
2.
We will set clear rules for our children about not
using drugs.
3.
We will set a good example for our children by
not using illegal drugs or medicine without a
prescription.
4.
We will monitor our children's behavior and
enforce appropriate consequences, so that our
rules are respected.
5.
We will encourage family and friends to follow the
same guidelines to keep children safe from
substance abuse.
Ask the Counselor
Dear School Counselor,
My child has come home and said that at recess he notices that some children keep teasing a child
from their class and encouraging him to join them. He doesn't know what to do. He’s afraid if he
says something they will tease him too. Can you help with this problem?
Sincerely, A Caring Parent
Dear Caring Parent,
It is not unusual for kids to feel afraid when they see someone being teased or bullied. It is important
that you let your child know that it is okay to feel that way, but there are things he can do to support
the child being teased. If he is afraid to tell the person to stop there are other things he can do. One
thing he can do is not join in. This lets the targeted child know that your son doesn't agree with
what is happening. Another thing he can do is to try and get the person away from the child who is
teasing him by asking the student to join him and walk away. Practice/role play these skills with
your child so he feels comfortable.
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