R10 Counselor Conversations

November 2: Parenting and Parenting Awareness (P.A.P.A.)

November 2-4: National Organization of Victim Assistance (NOVA)- training full

November 6-8: Lone Star School Counselor Association Conference, Frisco, TX

November 8-9: Dallas School Safety Summit, Dallas, TX

November 9-11: TCA Professional Growth Conference, Dallas, TX

November 16: FAFSA Completion

December 2: Restorative Practices for Educators

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Career day is typically designed to help high school students decide what to study in college. Yet career exploration is an important topic for elementary and middle school students, too. Introducing young children to potential career options early on in school can keep students focused and engaged in subjects throughout middle and high school. Below are a few pictures from schools within our region:

Seize the Awkward recently released four new videos containing powerful advice for teens and young adults on mental health. Each video features expert advice on practical tips on supporting a friend who may be struggling with their mental health.

• Learn the Signs (https://youtu.be/3jCCxsvYjA4)
• Have the Conversation (https://youtu.be/8evtuxohDvU)
• Tips for Better Conversations (https://youtu.be/gX0cQBL_RzU)
• Conversation Starters (https://youtu.be/H-Q6ieH_Z08)

This month’s new resource is a grab and go group activity called Pumpkin Patch Feelings. There are two versions; one for children ages 4-10 and one for youth ages 11-17. Available in English and Spanish.

Overview: Students learn that they have a digital footprint and that the information that makes up this digital footprint can be searched; copied and passed on; seen by a large, invisible audience, and can be persistent. Students then learn that they can take some control over their digital footprint based on what they post online.Click HERE for a ready made Google presentation about the importance of not leaving a digital "footprint".

Common Sense Lesson Plan

The School Safety and Security team at the Region 10 Education Service Center provides Superintendents, campus administrators, campus staff, and district law enforcement with relevant training, guidance, information and resources to improve all aspects of school safety and security. Click here for their website.

My Role:

▪ Serve as primary point of contact for Texas school counselors

▪ Develop school counseling resources and conduct trainings

▪ Support the strong implementation of a comprehensive counseling program

Contact Information:

▪ Contact: Stephanie.Lerner@tea.texas.gov

https://tinyurl.com/4rutym25

Above you will find a link to the TEA Behavior Supports and Guidance for Students with Disabilities technical guide. This is an excellent resource districts can access if they have questions regarding most things related to behavior and special education.

Elementary and Middle School Counseling Consultant

Email: susan.delarosa@region10.org
Phone: 972-348-1216

Secondary Counseling Consultant

Email: nickisha.fowler@region10.org
Phone: 972-348-1208

We are so incredibly honored to support Region 10 ESC counselors spanning over 80 districts, 55 charter schools and 860,000 students.

Legislative Updates

School Counselor Ethics

Crisis Support

Comprehensive Guidance Planning

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Social and Emotional Learning

Apply Texas Account

Transcripts

and much more!

**For Apply Texas access or technical support, please contact Elaine Fackler at elaine.fackler@region10.org