Counselor Connection

Welcome back, Labs! I hope that you all had a safe and pleasant summer. We are excited to begin the new school year and we are looking forward to great things! Our Mindset during the first few weeks of school will again be "We are Connected." Starting off with this Mindset, provides students with thoughts of being a part of our Langford family. We are a family here at Langford and we want students to know and feel the sense of family. Students are cared for here at Langford each and everyday. As your School Counselor, please know that I am able to assist and support  students, staff and families. Do not hesitate to call or email me if you require assistance. School Counselors offer support in academics, social emotional, career and personal growth.  Email- lasdavis@richland2.org Phone- 803-691-4091 x33402

Can you believe that May is here! We have less than 30 days of our school year left and we are encouraging our students to finish strong! During this month, the time that students spend in Counselor Class will be focused on their online safety. During the summer, we know that students' screen time can increase as they are not attending school, there is no homework to complete and they are at home for longer periods of time. With that being said, focusing on online safety is great way to end the year. Providing lessons and tips for students on ways to be SAFE online.  Our Mindset for the month is the Time is Now! This mindset encourages students to "go for it!" Our students can accomplish and achieve goals -even in elementary school. This Mindset is particularly important for our students that are preparing to take state assessments. We will be encouraging students to do their best on the test!!  How can you support these efforts at home? Talk to your students about test t...

Spring has Sprung!! The pollen has come and our weather is warmer! New things are blooming and sprouting! With that in mind, we are focusing on the Mindset of "Everything is Possible" this month. Students are encouraged to dream and to dream BIG!! We want to empower our students to believe that they can achieve their dreams! An important of this mindset is understanding that mistakes are okay. It is important to learn from them and then continue to move forward. Looking for ways that you can support these mindsets at home? Demonstrate goal setting and achievement! When you make a mistake, model the art of using that mistake as a learning opportunity.  April is also the Month of the Military Child! During this month, we take out some time to be intentional in appreciating our military students. To show our support and appreciation for our military students, we will have the following activities:  Mondays- Military Monday (Wear Red, White and/or Blue) Tuesdays-Purple Up for Mil...

February was full of exploration of our passions and interests. Students then connected their passions and interests to possible future career/jobs. Students were able to share their knowledge of careers and what having that career would be like. This month, we transition to being responsible.  Our Mindset for the month of March is "100% Accountable." This Mindset encourages students to be responsible. During this month, students will be encouraged to think for themselves and own their decision-making as well as the consequences that may accompany those choices. Students will also have the opportunity to examine limiting thoughts. Students will be explore how our fears can limit goals, dreams and aspirations. During Counselor Class time, students will think about a goal they want to set for themselves. Within our goal setting, we will also discuss making a plan and the steps needed in order to achieve goals. How can you support this Mindset at home? Discuss what it means to b...

The month of February is a one that is full of exciting events here at Langford! First our Mindset of the month is - Passion First. This Mindset provides students with the opportunity to think about the things that they are passionate about and how they feel when they are pursuing those things. For our fifth grade students that are pursuing Magnet programs for middle school, these students will have their virtual interviews this month! Fifth grade students have been working on their middle school transition lessons since November and we know that our Langford Labs are going to shine BRIGHT!! Supporting our Passion First mindset at home can be a lot of fun this month. Have conversations with your student about the things that they enjoy doing, then dig deeper and ask "why" they enjoy these things.  The first week in February is National School Counseling Week! During this week, we take time to consider the impact that School Counselors make within our schools. Students will pa...

 Even though this year has continued be one that is very unique, one thing that has not changed is the fact that we are STILL a family here at Langford! Our Mindset of the month is "We are Connected." We covered this Mindset earlier in the school year, however, we like to do a review of this when students return from winter break. During this month, we will remind students of our connection and how our actions can affect those around us. Students will also explore the meaning of community. During their Counselor Class time with me this month, students will collaborate with their peers to solve questions/puzzles posed to them. You can support this mindset at home by simply modeling kindness towards others, thinking before we act and understanding that we are connected!

Our Mindset for the month of December is "Live to Give!" This Mindset complements the month of December perfectly. As we are in the season of giving. Social-emotional lessons for the month will center around giving to others rather than receiving our gifts. In addition to having students explore giving versus receiving, students will be challenged to think about how they can make a difference. Lastly, we will address that it is okay to receive but that when we receive, we receive with grace and offer our most sincere thanks to those that have chosen to give to us.  How can you support our social emotional learning at home? As always, modeling this behavior and mindset is a great way to not only tell but show your students these mindsets! When we return to school in 2021, we will review our Mindset that We are Connected. The start of the new year is a perfect time to have a refresher lesson for students that we are all connected here at Langford as a family.  During our winter...