Counselor Corner

Happy October Maverick Families!

I am looking forward to continuing to support your students with these upcoming counseling lessons and events. Please scroll through this newsletter with important updates and resources.

-Mrs W

K-2: This month, I will be providing Friday Enrichments with a focus on understanding emotions and developing positive coping skills to help yourself work through difficult feelings.

3-5: This month, I will be providing Friday Enrichments with a focus on strengthening self-esteem and building healthy friendships.

K-5: This month, we will host our second Maverick Hangout to provide students with an additional opportunity to strengthen their community at Tustin Connect!

6-7: This month, I will be providing Friday Enrichment with a focus on mindfulness! We will explore the benefits of mindfulness and various ways to practice mindfulness.

8: This month, we will continue our series of lessons on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People". The goal of this lesson series is to strengthen students' executive functioning skills and confidence as a student as they continue to prepare for High School!

Freshman: If you were unable to attend our Freshman Lesson on Graduation Requirements and Tips for High School Success- keep an eye out for a recorded video of the lesson this month.

Sophomores-Juniors: This month we will continue to meet to review your transcripts and discuss your path to graduation.

Juniors- For those of you who registered, the PSAT is taking place on Saturday, October 15th at Tustin Connect High School from 7:45AM-12:00PM.

Seniors: This month, you are invited to multiple college preparation events!

College Application Workshop Part 2- TBD

IVC Representative Presentations- Offered continually throughout the month.

October 25th- Financial Aid Workshops at Tustin High School

Red Ribbon Week takes place each year from October 23 through 31st. The Mission of Red Ribbon is to help keep kids drug-free. Check out Red-Ribbon Website Here!

This month, I will be providing resources for students and families to encourage a drug-free lifestyle.

If you would like to submit a request to meet with your counselor please use the above QR code to access the counseling referral.

You can also use my calendly link below to schedule a 20 minute meeting during my open office hours on Mondays and Fridays from 9:00AM-10:30AM.

Email: rwijnhamer@tustin.k12.ca.us
Website: https://calendly.com/robynwijnhamer/20
Phone: 714 430 2052