TJH Counselor

My name is Melissa Smith, and I am the counselor at Teague Jr. High. This will be my 10th year as counselor and my 15th year in education. I absolutely love working with students and helping them grow academically, socially and emotionally. I graduated from Teague High School, and it is such a privilege to get to work in my hometown.

-Whole classroom instruction focused on needs of majority of the students (stress management, time management, college/career planning, etc.)

-Academic counseling

-Career/Future planning

-Individual Short-Term counseling

-Peer Mediation

If your child is needing more specialized services, TJH counseling can refer you for counseling through a few programs offered at our school:

-TCHATT (virtual counseling done at school with a licensed counselor via zoom)

-Fays Counseling (can be done here at school with an outside counselor)

*If you are not at school and need emergency mental health support, tell a trusted adult and call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

*Mental Health Resources for Teens- https://namitexas.org/youth-resources/

*Relaxation Tips- If you are getting agitated or frustrated easily, try these activities to help feel more calm and relaxed:

-go for a walk outside

-exercise

-talk to a friend or adult

-journal what you are experiencing and the emotions you feel

-draw or color

*Creating a Routine- many students often feel stressed and struggle with time management. By creating a routine at home, it can help getting everything accomplished that you need to.

https://www.parrishlearningzone.com/2018/05/02/five-simple-student-routines-for-school-success/

*Study Tips- https://www.brighthubeducation.com/teaching-middle-school/3521-study-skills-for-middle-school-students/

Email: msmith@teagueisd.org
Phone: 254-739-1479