Counseling Corner with Mrs. Mayo
August 2025
Welcome Back To Greystone!
I’ve been happily married for 20 years and am a proud mom to two awesome kids—and two sneaky schnauzers who run the house when we’re not looking! I’m a big fan of musical theatre (the more jazz hands, the better!) and a die-hard Houston Astros fan—don’t even try to change my mind. I love to read, explore new places, and spend time with my favorite people. Life is good.
As the school counselor, my role is to support all students academically, socially, and emotionally. I work to create a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive. Whether it's helping with friendship challenges, building confidence, learning to manage big emotions, or preparing for future success, I'm here to help every step of the way.
Some of the ways I support students include:
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Classroom Lessons on topics like kindness, respect, goal setting, and conflict resolution
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Small Group Sessions to help with skills like friendship-building, managing stress, or handling changes
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One-on-One Support for students who may need someone to talk without a crowd.
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Collaboration with teachers, staff, and parents to ensure each child’s needs are being met
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Referrals to community resources when additional support is needed
I’m here for all students, not just in times of crisis, but to help them grow socially, emotionally, and academically throughout the year. If you ever have questions or concerns, or would like to meet, feel free to contact me!
Counseling Hours
The Counseling office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During this time, I’m available to support students, meet with parents, and collaborate with teachers. Whether your child needs a listening ear, help managing big emotions, or just someone to cheer them on, I’m here!
If you’d like to meet with me, please email me to schedule an appointment so I can give you my full attention. Also, if you reach out, please allow up to 24 hours for a response—I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. I’m looking forward to a fantastic year together!
At GSES, we believe that academic success goes hand-in-hand with strong character. This year, we’re continuing our commitment to helping students grow into kind, respectful, and responsible individuals through our Core Essential Values program.
Each month, students will focus on a specific character trait—like responsibility, empathy, honesty, or perseverance—through classroom discussions, activities, and school-wide initiatives. If you use social media, we encourage you to follow Core Essential Values to stay up to date with the monthly trait and how it’s being celebrated across schools.
You can also find the monthly character trait and other helpful parent resources in the Counseling Newsletter.
Each month, your child’s teacher will choose one student from their class who best represents the character trait of the month. These students will be recognized during our morning announcements and receive a special certificate. Be sure to check the Greystone News to see their photo and celebrate their achievement!
Together, we can help our students become their best selves—inside and outside the classroom.
This year, I have decided to make kindness a special focus at Greystone. I truly believe that by spreading kindness throughout our school, our students will come to understand its incredible power.
Sometimes, we all need to step outside of ourselves and think about others. By practicing kindness in unique and fun ways, I hope our students will become more aware of those around them who may need a little extra care and support.
Together, we can build a community where kindness shines every day!
Are you a cool kid in grades 2–5 who wants to spread kindness all around our school? If so, we want YOU to apply for the Kindness Club!
We’ll meet once a month to work on fun projects that help make our school a happier, kinder place for everyone. If interested, please see Mrs. Mayo for an application!
Neighborhood Bridges
Neighborhood Bridges is about kindness, speed, efficiency, and bridging all community resources to drive direct support and care to remove barriers for children/families in need.
They use technology and social media to advocate for children and families in need, and then engage the community via a "campaign for kindness" to fill those needs. If you would like more information about Neighborhood bridges please click the link neighborhoodbridges.org or scan the QR code below.
There will be several opportunities this year for parents to support the Counseling Department through special events, classroom activities, and school-wide initiatives. If you’d like to be part of the fun and make a positive impact, please complete the interest form below:
👉 [Counseling Volunteers 25-26
We’d love to have your help in making this year meaningful and memorable for our students!
Small Group Counseling
During small group counseling, students are given the opportunity to learn more about themselves, develop new tools like coping strategies and self-awareness, improve confidence, and hear from peers that they are not alone. If you are interested in small group counseling, please email Mrs. Mayo.
Individual Counseling
Individual Counseling is a one- on- one conversations between the counselor and the student, focusing on the student's specific needs and concerns. If you are interested in individual counseling, please email Mrs. Mayo.