Counseling Corner

Lessons K-5:

The Fayette County School System will teach kindergarten through 5th students a lesson on personal safety and deliver these lessons with developmentally appropriate information and with the use of school board-approved videos.

• K and 1st Grade - The lesson is about protecting yourself from strangers and bullies.

• 2nd and 3rd Grade - The lesson is an introduction to the three types of child abuse and how to protect yourself.

• 4th and 5th Grade - The lesson is a more detailed look at child abuse and what you can do to keep yourself safe.

As our children grow, they encounter new challenges in a world that has changed significantly from our own childhoods. Mathematics, technology, and the overall school environment are quite different from what many of us experienced. We invite you to reach out with your questions, seek support, or just enjoy a warm cup of coffee and some muffins with us. While we may not have all the answers, we here to assist in any way we can. If you're interested, please feel free to sign up!

Time: 7:30-8:00am

Location: Media Center

Dates:

Oct 17th

Nov 19th

Dec 19th

Jan 23rd

Feb 27th

March 20th

April 15th

Spring Hill Parent and Family Book Club

This school year we will be reading & discussing Anxious Kids Anxious Parents 7 Ways to Stop the Worry Cycle and Raise Courageous & Independent Children

By Reid Wilson, PhD and Lynn Lyons, LICSW

We will meet at the school for light refreshments and discussion from 7:45-8:45 am on the following dates: October 29, December 3, January 28, February 25, March 25 and April 16.

October 29th we will be discussing chapters 1 & 2

If you are unable to attend in person, there will be an option to join virtually

We are excited to invite you to inspire our Suns by showcasing the incredible career opportunities available to them for exploration and potential pursuit in the future.

During the Career Fair students will participate in six rotations, where they will have the chance to learn about various careers. Each rotation will last 15 minutes, giving you the opportunity to share insights about your profession and the path you took to get there.

Encouraging students to think ahead and set goals is crucial. I love to demonstrate how the skills they are developing in school are relevant to their future careers. I always remind the students that while many things in life can diminish in value, one thing that will always retain its worth is knowledge.

The Career Fair is schedule:

3rd-5th Grade January 7th, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

k-2nd TBA.

Difference between Stress and Pressure

It’s common to hear “stress” and “pressure” used interchangeably. But there’s a difference: pressure refers to external expectations to perform or deliver and stress refers to internal perceptions of unpreparedness or lack of resources.

For example, stress would be what you feel when you have three assignments due in 3 days and not enough hours in the day to complete them.

And pressure would be having a low grade in a class and knowing you need a specific high score on the upcoming final to pass the course.

STRESS-BUSTERS TIP

1. Have a daily routine
   
2. Go to bed at the same time, and create a bedtime routine
   
3. Read 20 min a day; building students' confidence and enjoyment of reading will lower their academic stress.
4. Eat a healthy breakfast in the mornings
5. Exercise
6. Attend School regularly; increased absences increase students' academic stress.

We are always eager to meet with you to discuss any concerns you may have. However, please keep in mind that we are frequently engaged in teaching, conducting small groups, or assisting students. To ensure we can give you the attention you deserve, it's best to call or email us in advance to schedule a meeting. We truly value everyone's time, and would hate for you to come to school only to find that we are unavailable to speak with you or that you have to wait for an extended amount of time. Thank you for your understanding!

Mrs. Scott, M.ED

K-2nd Grade

Email: Scott.patricia@fcboe.org
Location: 100 Bradford Square, Fayetteville, GA, USA
Phone: 7704603432

Mrs. Cloud, M.Ed

3rd-5th Grade

Email: cloud.heidi@fcboe.org
Location: 100 Bradford Square, Fayetteville, GA, USA
Phone: 7704603432

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