Counseling Monthly Focus:

Attendance!

Why attendance matters:

• Academic Success- Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in their studies and stay on track for graduation.
• Skill Development- Consistent attendance helps your child develop essential skills like time management, responsibility and teamwork.
• Social Connections- Being in school allows your child to build friendships, engage in group activities and feel a sense of belonging.
• Long-Term Impact- Good attendance habits set the foundation for the future success. Both in higher education and the workforce.

Happy Healthy Students Tip

Here are some back-to-school tips to help students stay healthy throughout the school year:

1. Get enough sleep- aim for 8-10 hours a night.
2. Eat a balanced breakfast- Star the day off right!
3. Stay hydrated- Drink lots of water daily and avoid sugary drinks.
4. Stay active- Make the most of PE and recess.
5. Limit screen time- Take regular breaks.

Important Dates

September 2nd: No School- Labor day

September 11: School picture day

September 19: Ukrainian Heritage Celebration

September 25th: Early Release

September 23rd-26th: Suicide Prevention Week

September 30th- October 4th- Anti Bully week

 

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For more questions contact your counselors

6th Grade Counselor- soverturf@psd1.org

7th Grade Counselor- vreballosa@psd1.org

8th Grade Counselor- jbanta@psd1.org

Counseling Monthly Focus:

Anti-Bullying Month:

Bullying can have serious and lasting effects on a child's emotional and academic well being. At MAC we are committed to creating a supportive school culture where every student feels valued and respected. Anti-Bullying Month is a time for us to reinforce these values and to ensure that all students know they have the right to learn in a safe environment!

Counseling Goals:

MAC Counselors are focusing on Attendance this year. We will be identifying and addressing barriers to attendance, creating intervention plans, promoting positive attendance habits, monitoring and tracking attendance and providing SEL support. 

Important Dates

• Anti Bullying month
• 30th-4th- Anti Bullying Week
• 7th. 8th and 11th SARC
• 10th Hispanic Heritage Celebration
• 15th Unity Day
• 23rd-31st Red Ribbon Week
• 31st Halloween

Counseling Month Focus

This month, school counselors will be focusing on running small groups to support students in carious areas. Using SAEBRS data, we have identified students who may benefit from extra guidance. These small groups will cover academic, social, and emotional development, providing targeted support to help students thrive both in and out of the classroom. We will also continue to focus on the importance of attendance and working with students to eliminate barriers to coming to school. We look forward to working closely with your children!

Counseling Goals

Counselors continue to focus on attendance this year. One of the best things a parents can do for their teen is to help them develop positive attendance habits. Students need a consistent sleep schedule, an evening and morning routine, help organizing school activities, managing stress and even participation in extracurricular activities!

Important Dates

• 11th- No school (Veteran's Day)
• 13th - World Kindness Day
• 19th- Native American Heritage Celebration
• 27th- Early Release
• Nov 28-Dec 1 Thanksgiving break