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Counselor's Corner February 2017
This month's lesson focused on the Lifeskill of
Initiative which focused on the ability to take charge and do what needs done. We focused on the importance of focusing on what a career is and how doing well in schoolwork will positively affect us when we grow up.
Guidance Lesson Recap:
Grade K - We read the story
Take Your Mama to Work Today by Amy Reichert. This silly story discussed a typical day at her mother's work at the office. As a class we talked about what a career is and the many different types of careers that they know about. We also focused on how we can take initiative now to reach some of our goals.
Grade 1/2- We read the story
When I Grow Up
by Al Yankowvic. The story discussed many different careers that the main character may want to do when he grows up. This silly story was a good starting point to talk to the students about what a career is and how doing well in academics will help us reach our goals when we get older. We discussed many ways we can take initiative in the classroom and with our hobbies that interest us know.
Grade 3/4- We read the story
Dream Big by Deloris Jordan. The story emphasized the importance of thinking about one's goals and dreams at a young age. Throughout the book, Michel Jordan never gave up and always took initiative in getting done what needed to be done. As a class, we talked about various careers that the students may be interested and some of the ways they can start to take initiative to reach them in the future.
Grade 5- Students participated in an activity that focused on how initiative is tied into their future career goals. Students played a different version of Pictionary where they had to guess some possible career interests that they may want to look into in the future. Students also brainstormed positive ways they can take initiative now to reach some current academic goals.
Grade 6-8- Students discussed how initiative is tied into possible future career goals. Students then had an opportunity to practice some mock interviewing skills and role-plays. Students discussed necessary requirements and strategies for a successful interview. Students also discussed possible interview opportunities that they may experience in the next few years, such as volunteer experiences, summer jobs, and high school opportunities.
Career Exploration Program: Eighth grade students will have an opportunity to explore their career interests in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
What to Expect This Time of Year
This time of year, it is not uncommon for your child to struggle with staying motivated with schoolwork, but having all of the snow days makes staying motivated much harder. Here are some helpful tips for difficult days. Helping set up a consistent morning routine can help with some morning anxiety of the unknowns of the day. Additionally, prepping your child ahead of time, such as describing any known changes in the schedule will help your child feel more prepared during the day. Lastly, setting up a behavioral goal at the end of the day, such as planning a fun activity after school, may help your child stay motivated during the morning and school day.
Resources for Parents-"Career"
If you are interested in following up with your child to start talking about career exploration, you may want to check out this great website for K-8 students.
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