This year, the A.D. Henderson University School and FAU High School Counseling Team focused on staying safe and healthy, especially as we all learned to navigate, cope with, and work through a pandemic. We hope that with...
At the most fundamental level, we are social creatures hardwired for human connection. Our psychological health and well-being depend strongly on our ability to form close relationships. So, when we experience successful...
This month, students will be learning how to educate and empower themselves through safety rules and strategies. Students will be provided lessons from the Monique Burr Foundation which offers an evidence-based and evidence-informed...
Did you know this month is gender equality month? Gender equality involves empowering all students and providing them with the same human rights. It also includes correcting biases students hold about themselves or gender...
In speaking to students about goal-setting and encouraging a growth mindset, we better prepare them to discuss deeper topics and set themselves up for their future. This month, we dig deeper and will discuss the importance...
January is “Get Organized Month!” Because we know the importance of getting organized and setting realistic goals, we wanted to be sure to offer some tools and tips on why it’s important to start early. As students...
In the month of December the school counseling team would like address social and self awareness. According to CASEL (2020), social awareness includes the capacity “to feel compassion for others, understand broader historical...
In recognition of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month in October, the school counseling team will be working together to spread kindness and talk about unity school-wide. StopBullying.gov (2020), shares that “parents,...
What is the School Counselor’s role? Your school counselor aides in creating and implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that targets three domains: social emotional development, academic achievement, and...
Maintaining friendships during this time is important for students and adults alike. However, Zoom or Facetime chats may be getting old. This week, in the Counselor Corner newsletter, your school counselors share some ideas...