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Resources for Families

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​School Counseling Services

We offer school based short term counseling services. There are many ways we can support your student at school. We will work with you to get you and your student the services that they need to be successful.
 Questions: make an appointment or call us. 

Parent Resources

Parenting is a tough job and here are some things to help you through the tough spots. You are raising little people who are going to do amazing things... but where's the manual?? Here are some places to look when there are bumps in the road!
Books: 1, 2, 3 Magic by Thomas Phelan
How to talk so kids will listen, and listen so kids will talk by Adele Faber/Elaine Mazlish
Parenting with Love and Logic by Cline/Fay
Websites: http://www.kidshealth.org/
http://step-parenting.com/
http://www.familyeducation.com/home/
http://www.utahparentcenter.org/

Social Skills for Kids

Social Emotional Learning is just as important as academic skills. Children need social skills to get along with others, communicate their needs and understand the world around them.
What we cover in the schools: 
  • Anti-bullying Strategies
  • Friendship Skills/Kindness
  • Resolving Conflicts
  • STOP - WALK - TALK
  • Harassment Prevention
  • Following Directions & Listening skills
  • Behavior Supports for ADHD/ASD
  • Managing Emotions
  • Self Esteem
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Helpful sites and tips

Did you know? 
​Mindfulness is a valuable skill for children, teens, and adults alike.
It can support mental and emotional well-being in many ways—helping with anxiety, sleep, mood regulation, depression, ADHD, school performance, test preparation, and more. Although mindfulness has been practiced for centuries, we are now seeing just how beneficial it can be for children. Today’s kids face more stressors than ever before, and they need healthy tools to decompress—just like we do.  By introducing mindfulness early, children can develop strong self-care habits and avoid turning to unhealthy coping strategies later in life.
If you’d like to learn more about how mindfulness could help your child, please contact us.
Here are a few sites to get started:
http://annakaharris.com/mindfulness-for-children/​
​https://youtu.be/iBpEYa74w2Y
https://youtu.be/RVA2N6tX2cg
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School Success Tips 
  • Be on Time
  • Eat a healthy breakfast
  • Get enough rest each night (kids need 9-10 hours)
  • Stick to a consistent routine.
  • Have a set a family rules that support the importance of school
  • Practice good study habits daily
  • Read with your children, and talk to them about school.
  • Find ways to incorporate "real life" examples of what they are learning about
  • Be an involved parent - you are a vital part of their success