Counseling Newsletter Volume 9
Volume 9
💫 FUN FACT ABOUT A MEMBER OF THE COUNSELING DEPARTMENT 💫
Chloe Blume💖
Chloe is a Thompson Valley HS graduate (2001) who works here in Assessments, Counseling, and the Front office. She has two kids who are her joys - one of them, Noah, is a freshman at TVHS! She loves to read, sing, act, dance, show her kids old movies, travel, and spend time with family. She is active in her church, as well as in Traumatic Pregnancy and Young Widow support networks. Her short-term dream is to save up and take her kids on a big trip before they get much older, and her long-term dream is to drive around the country with her sister in camper vans after retirement.
Nina Staudinger
Angel Wuttke
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (April):
April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). A time dedicated to raising awareness about sexual violence, supporting survivors, and promoting prevention efforts within our communities. This month serves as an important reminder that everyone plays a role in creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
What is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month?
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month is a nationwide effort to educate communities about sexual violence, its impact, and how to prevent it. It emphasizes the importance of consent, healthy boundaries, and respectful relationships. Schools, organizations, and communities use this time to provide education, share resources, encourage open and informed conversations.
Who Does It Help?
This awareness month supports:
- Students and young people, by helping them understand consent, personal boundaries, and how to seek help.
- Survivors, by validating their experiences and connecting them to support systems.
- Families and educators, by providing tools to have meaningful conversations and recognize warning signs.
- And many more.
How Does It Help?
Education and awareness are key to prevention. By talking openly about these topics, we can:
- Reduce stigma and encourage individuals to seek help.
- Promote bystander intervention—empowering students to safely step in or get help when something doesn’t feel right.
- Build a culture of respect, where everyone understands the importance of consent and communication.
Important Messages for Students:
- Consent matters: Consent means clear, voluntary, and ongoing agreement. It can be withdrawn at any time.
- Trust your instincts: If a situation feels uncomfortable or unsafe, it’s okay to leave and seek help.
- Support is available: If you or someone you know needs help, you are not alone. Trusted adults, school counselors, and community resources are here to listen and support you.
How Our School Supports Students:
Our counseling team is committed to providing a safe and confidential space for students. We can help students navigate concerns, connect with resources, and access support services. If you have questions or need to talk, please reach out we are here for you.
How You Can Help:
- Be respectful of others’ boundaries.
- Speak up or seek help if you see concerning behavior.
- Support peers with kindness and without judgment.
Creating a safe school environment is a shared responsibility. By staying informed and looking out for one another, we can make a positive difference.
Aims Website
TSD CE Website
Front Range Website
AP Exams
Advanced Placement (AP) exams are standardized tests administered by the College Board at the end of AP courses. These exams measure how well students have mastered college-level material taught in high school.
The 2026 AP Exams will be administered in high schools over two weeks in May: May 4–8 and May 11–15. Please see the documents below of when TVHS AP Exams will be:
Graduation Walks Class of 2026
Did you go to Elementary or Middle School in the Thompson School District? If you did your Elementary or Middle School may be doing a graduation walk! Click the link to see all of the schools participating in the graduation hall walks. https://www.tsd.org/grad-walks
🫥 Community Service was due in December. 🫥
If you haven't turned it in, please do so ASAP.
CURRENT JUNIORS:
If you are a current junior and will be a senior next year this is for you!
It's usually a good idea to start applying for scholarships in the fall of your senior year.
- SCHOLAR SNAPP: https://www.scholarshipproviders.org/page/Scholar_Snapp
- COLLEGE BOARD OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships
- FASTWEB: https://www.fastweb.com/
- COLLEGES THAT CHANGE LIVES: https://ctcl.org/?authuser=0
- COLLEGE INVEST: https://www.collegeinvest.org/
- BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP: https://brightfuturesco.com/
- SALLIE MAE: https://www.sallie.com/scholarships/scholly?utm_source=slmcom&utm_medium=web
- COLLEGE FUNDING COACH: https://www.thecollegefundingcoach.org/get-help/resources/
- THE SCHOLARSHIP SYSTEM: https://thescholarshipsystem.com/
- APPILY: https://www.appily.com/
- RAISE ME: https://www.raise.me/
