Focusing on the whole child and determined to help them succeed since 1974
February 2021 Newsletter
February is a month for inspiration!
February is an inspirational month of celebrations such as Black History Month, School Counselor Week, and President's Day. Who inspires our students? Counselors and teachers are often, other than parents, the inspirational leaders that children identify because they help students achieve success and prepare for their future. Thank you parents, teachers, and counselors for inspiring our next generation of leaders!

Tara Bevington
Executive Director
Counseling Corner
During the month of February, School Counselors are reminded of their ethical obligation to serve as advocates, leaders, collaborators and consultants. We push for systemic change by providing equitable educational access. Through this work, school counselors have a unique opportunity to be an integral part of the solution for lasting change.

February also marks the start of a new year. We all know what a doozy 2020 was, and we’re ready to look forward to 2021. This year, our priority is making sure our students feel safe at school or returning to school.

The Pine Hill counseling team will be offering some new things for parents and students. For students, classroom education will be available throughout the year to assist whole classes, including students that do not have counseling services. Parents, stay tuned for what we have planned in future newsletters.
Northern Nevada
Science Experiment Time
Providing in-person learning for our students hasn't been easy with additional safeguards in place but we know how important it is to the learning process! 95% of Newton's students are attending in-person and are benefitting from peer interaction and hands-on student engagement. During this unprecedented time, we have been working hard to provide our students with opportunities to continue to learn, grow, and regain some sense of normalcy in their lives. We love having our students engage all of their senses to learn!
Northern California
Annual Door Decorating Contest
The competition was fierce this year but Miss Kathy's class took the top prize with their movie inspired creation. It was so hard to choose the winner, so everyone won a prize!
S.T.E.A.M Spotlight
Mr. Cody's Art Class had a great time with their inspired creations. We wanted to share a couple of these amazing drawings by our students.
In Memoriam
We would like to take a moment to remember Dr. Wasserman who passed away in December. He was a valued Second Start board member for over 15 years before resigning in July 2017 and we were proud to have him as our first board member emeritus. 

"During my time working with Saul he remained singularly focused on best and highest standards and practices for Second Start even to the degree of contention. He brought a degree of expertise and sincerity that is hard to find. Dr. Saul Wasserman in my mind was truly a noble man committed to helping children and Second Start be the best that they could be." ~L.E. Boydston, former Executive Director, then board chairman of Second Start.

“He was a quiet, well-spoken man but wasn't afraid to mix it up when it was called for.” ~ Bob Cole, Chairman of the Board

“Saul was a compassionate and conscientious board member. He would always listen intently first, then ask the tough questions.” ~ Tara Bevington, Executive Director
Thank you for your support!
Second Start Learning Disabilities Programs DBA: Newton Learning Center Northern Nevada and Pine Hill School is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations made to organizations with 501(c)(3) status may be tax deductible.
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