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The link below will provide you with a plethora of resources for your students.
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College Ed - College Planning Program - FREE RESOURCE
The College Ed program is a 7-12 grade college readiness counseling program that was available for purchase. Keeping with the mission with the College Board, the College Ed program is now available for download for FREE. You will find lessons (20-30 minute lessons) for students in grades 7-12 on topics related to college/career planning.
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-started/educator-resource-center/collegeed-college-planning-guides
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-started/educator-resource-center/collegeed-college-planning-guides
So Many Issues, So Little Time!
Counseling and Education Resources Will Help You Make the Most of It!Channing Bete offers a wide range of reader-friendly resources to help students plan and prepare for college and develop the strong communication and decision-making skills that they need to succeed both in the classroom and out!
http://www.channing-bete.com/schools-prek-12/schools-topics.html
Counseling and Education Resources Will Help You Make the Most of It!Channing Bete offers a wide range of reader-friendly resources to help students plan and prepare for college and develop the strong communication and decision-making skills that they need to succeed both in the classroom and out!
http://www.channing-bete.com/schools-prek-12/schools-topics.html
What position does the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) take on various issues? Click the link to find out http://www.schoolcounselor.org/content.asp?pl=127&sl=178&contentid=178
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Click here for Michigan Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling links
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-38924_52164---,00.html
The Guidance and Counseling Curriculum is based on The Michigan Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program. For more information please visit http://michigan.gov/documents/mde/Section_1_274236_7.pdf
EDP GUIDELINES
Click the link to see what the State of Michigan has to say about EDPs.
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/MDE_EDP_10-2-09_296459_7.pdf
District Approved Career Readiness Tools
http://public.careercruising.com/us/en
https://www.mydreamexplorer.org/mydreamexplorer/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=/mydreamexplorer/
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/MDE_EDP_10-2-09_296459_7.pdf
District Approved Career Readiness Tools
http://public.careercruising.com/us/en
https://www.mydreamexplorer.org/mydreamexplorer/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=/mydreamexplorer/
Career Cruising User Guides
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My DreamExplorer EDP Development Guide
Counselors this website has great resources and projects for students. It also has a place to apply for grants.
Click below:
http://www.dosomething.org/grants
Click below:
http://www.dosomething.org/grants
Every School is Expected to have a Guidance/Counseling Advisory Council
An advisory council is a group whose membership reflects the community’s diversity. With the coordination and facilitation of school counselors, it includes representative stakeholders of the school environment: students, parents / guardians, teachers, counselors, administrators, business, and community members, appointed to advise and assist the school counseling program. Further, it is the responsibility of the council to review the program goals, indicators, results, and to participate in making recommendations to the school counseling office and principal.
The council should meet twice a year at a minimum. However, advisory council functions can vary, based on the area of specialization, number of years an educational program has been in existence, program size, community needs, and other important items all affect the advisory council’s functions.
School counselors use data to analyze overall program effectiveness and to make decisions regarding changes in program content and delivery. The advisory council members, using their background and expertise, provide support, input, and recommendations for program development and improvement throughout the process.
The advisory council, therefore, can be an effective resource to help build an excellent school counseling program which champions success for all students.
The council should meet twice a year at a minimum. However, advisory council functions can vary, based on the area of specialization, number of years an educational program has been in existence, program size, community needs, and other important items all affect the advisory council’s functions.
School counselors use data to analyze overall program effectiveness and to make decisions regarding changes in program content and delivery. The advisory council members, using their background and expertise, provide support, input, and recommendations for program development and improvement throughout the process.
The advisory council, therefore, can be an effective resource to help build an excellent school counseling program which champions success for all students.
There is an abundance of information and resources click the link below:
The School Counselor Toolkit
The School Counselor Toolkit
PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS
Don't forget to tell your students about the I-Can Achieve Program, sponsored by YMCA. They provide programming for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. 11th and 12th graders have an opportunity to receive FREE ACT prep if they are enrolled in the program. Call 313-224-2841 for further details.
Sallie Mae Fund Kids2College - How to put together a college visit for your middle school and high school students!!
Click below on the "Kids2College College Visit Planning Guide" and Curriculum "Lesson Plans"
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/assets/pdf/initiatives/sample_teacher_guide.pdf
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/assets/pdf/initiatives/k2c_factsheet.pdf
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/assets/pdf/initi_atives/k2c_curriculum_outline.pdf
http://www.oache.org/downloads/k2c_college_visit_guide.pdf
Click below on the "Kids2College College Visit Planning Guide" and Curriculum "Lesson Plans"
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/assets/pdf/initiatives/sample_teacher_guide.pdf
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/assets/pdf/initiatives/k2c_factsheet.pdf
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/assets/pdf/initi_atives/k2c_curriculum_outline.pdf
http://www.oache.org/downloads/k2c_college_visit_guide.pdf
THE FINANCIAL AID PROCESS!!!
SCHOLARSHIP MONEY IS EVERYWHERE!!!!!!
Click on Scholarship links below...
- http://www.scholarshipsonline.org/
- http://www.cayf.org/resources/EnglishScholarshipBklet.pdf
- http://www.detroitcollegepromise.com/Community2012.pdf
- http://www.buickachievers.com/
- http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php
- http://www.zinch.com/scholarships
- www.jldetroit.org
- http://www.youngfreemichigan.com/2014-scholarship
- http://www.icanmakehistory.com/index.php
- http://www.rosaparksscholarshipfoundation.org/Scholarship.htm
- https://adobeformscentral.com/?f=Sdhel14Wlq2XY%2ABO4Sq02w#
- http://www.detroitchamber.com/economic-development-2/education-talent/detroit-scholarship-fund/
- http://urbansolutionsinc.org/scholarships/
- http://www.pharmacytechnicianreview.com/
- http://www.fashion-schools.org/
- http://www.animationcareerreview.com/animationcareerreviewcom-aspiring-animation-professional-scholarship-program
- www.metrobureau.org
- http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship
- http://www.ledascholars.org/
LEDA Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America
Nordstrom Scholarship Program
Nordstrom is excited to award $10,000 scholarships to 80 outstanding high school students to help them achieve their dreams of going to college. The Nordstrom Scholarship recognizes students across the country for their exceptional scholastic achievement and community involvement. Check out our video to see recent winners! Click on: http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship
DEADLINE IS MAY 1, 2015.
APPLY FOR A NORDSTROM SCHOLARSHIP
Nordstrom is excited to award $10,000 scholarships to 80 outstanding high school students to help them achieve their dreams of going to college. The Nordstrom Scholarship recognizes students across the country for their exceptional scholastic achievement and community involvement. Check out our video to see recent winners! Click on: http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship
DEADLINE IS MAY 1, 2015.
APPLY FOR A NORDSTROM SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for high school seniors or undergrads that are pursuing a degree in the STEM fields. Please share with students who you feel would be interested. Please refer to the attachments for the application and certification. The scholarship deadline is 5 p.m. EST on February 27, 2015 2014.
http://www.buickachievers.com/
http://www.buickachievers.com/
The Junior League of Detroit is sponsoring a Centennial Scholarship for 2014 graduating high school seniors. They are looking for 100 students in Wayne County to give $1,000 each for college. Consideration will be given for students that mirror the Junior League of Detroit actions with volunteering and donating time to the community. The deadline to submit applications is February 1. 2014. For more information and the application, click the following link to connect to the scholarship www.jldetroit.org .
- Michigan First believes in helping young people achieve their dreams. Over the past ten years we have awarded more than $730,000 in scholarships to deserving Michigan students with big dreams! This year, the Young & Free Michigan Scholarship program will award up to $85,000 in scholarships! High school seniors and current college student ages 17 to 25 are eligible to apply.
- *Entry deadline:
Monday, February 10 at Noon - Public voting:
February 13 to 19 at Noon - Judging:
February 19 to March 3 at Noon - Winners announced:
Week of March 3 - http://www.youngfreemichigan.com/2014-scholarship
BOBBIE HILLIARD SCHOLARSHIP
Detroit Omega Foundation Inc. starting January 26 thru April 15 the will be accepting applications for three scholarships. The applications are due on April 15, 2014.
COLEMAN A. YOUNG FOUNDATION
Memo and Application for the 2014 Coleman A Young Foundation Scholarship. Please forward this information to your graduating senior class of 2014.You can find additional CAYF Scholarship information at www.cayf.org.
Please note the deadline for this scholarship is March 5, 2014.
The Rosa L. Parks Scholarship Foundation
Click here to download the 2014 application.
Eligibility Requirements:
Be a senior attending a public or private Michigan High School Graduate by August of the application year.Have GPA of 2.5 or above. Complete an application form and
essay. Furnish official copies of high school transcript and ACT or SAT results
And, meet additional requirements as noted in application package. For all the details go to the website: http://www.rosaparksscholarshipfoundation.org/Scholarship.htm
Click here to download the 2014 application.
Eligibility Requirements:
Be a senior attending a public or private Michigan High School Graduate by August of the application year.Have GPA of 2.5 or above. Complete an application form and
essay. Furnish official copies of high school transcript and ACT or SAT results
And, meet additional requirements as noted in application package. For all the details go to the website: http://www.rosaparksscholarshipfoundation.org/Scholarship.htm
Help Kroger celebrate Black History Month with our 7th annual "I Can Make History" contest. Kroger will award more than $71,000 in prizes in four categories – art, essay, music and poetry. All entries must be received by 5 p.m., Friday, February 28, 2014. Winners will be invited to an awards luncheon held Saturday, April 5, 2014,
http://www.icanmakehistory.com/index.php
http://www.icanmakehistory.com/index.php
ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships
The application for the 2014 ExxonMobil Scholarships is now available!
***Before applying, click here to read the important guidelines.
There are now two ways to apply for the scholarships, online or through the mail.
The ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships were established to encourage minority students to pursue college degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering and math. The scholarship program was created in 2010 by Dr. Bernard Harris, a former astronaut, physician and businessman, and ExxonMobil to increase the number of underrepresented students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM).
Each spring, $5,000 scholarships are awarded to two African American and two Hispanic students currently completing their senior year of high school in a member district of the Council of the Great City Schools. Click here to find the list of CGCS districts.
The application for the 2014 ExxonMobil Scholarships is now available!
***Before applying, click here to read the important guidelines.
There are now two ways to apply for the scholarships, online or through the mail.
- Click here to apply online. Applications will not be accepted after April 7, 2014.
- Click here to download the application that must be mailed. Applications must be postmarked by April 7, 2014.
The ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships were established to encourage minority students to pursue college degrees and careers in science, technology, engineering and math. The scholarship program was created in 2010 by Dr. Bernard Harris, a former astronaut, physician and businessman, and ExxonMobil to increase the number of underrepresented students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM).
Each spring, $5,000 scholarships are awarded to two African American and two Hispanic students currently completing their senior year of high school in a member district of the Council of the Great City Schools. Click here to find the list of CGCS districts.
Stefan Wanczyk Foundation
Scholarship Due Date May 31, 2014
THE DETROIT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
URBAN SOLUTIONS, INC. (USI) YEAR 2014 !
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION: DUE FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2014! !
Scholarships of $1000.00 and book awards of $500.00 will be given to graduating high school seniors with demonstrated academic ability and community service. There are several scholarships available. Please review page two of the attachments for a list of the scholarships to be given. Funds are distributed directly to the students who are selected to receive the scholarships. Scholarships will be granted based on the criteria listed below. Only one application is required for consideration of all applicable scholarships! Please click HERE for Urban Solutions website.
Criteria: A High School senior graduating this current year:
1. Has been accepted to an institution of higher learning,
2. With a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above (4.0 scale),
3. Active community service and
4. Resident of Detroit, Michigan.
List of Scholarships:
1000 SCHOLARSHIPS
The Pressley Green Scholarship
The Herman B. Howard Scholarship
Sommers Schwartz Scholarship
Joel and Delta Gibson Scholarship
Judge Alex J. Allen Scholarship
Bennie Grier ESQ. Scholarship
The Technician Award
Detroit Area Agency on Aging Scholarship
$500 BOOK
Dr. Roy Robertson Book Award
Vincent and Betty Little Scholarship
Aspiring Pharmacy Technician" Scholarship Program
DEADLINE DATE: JUNE 1, 2014!
The "Aspiring Pharmacy Technician" Scholarship Program is offering high school seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship. This will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a pharmacology career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Please have interested senior students visit the Pharmacy Technician website by clicking HERE to find eligibility information along with the online application link/form that is found on the right side of the page. The deadline for application is June 1, 2014.
Aspiring "Fashion Professional" Scholarship Program
DEADLINE DATE: JUNE 1, 2014!
The "Aspiring Fashion Professional" Scholarship Program is offering high school seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship that will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Please have interested senior students visit the "Aspiring Fashion Professional" by clicking the link HERE and find the scholarship located at the bottom of the page.
The deadline for this application is June 1, 2014 as well.
Aspiring "Animation Professional" Scholarship Program
DEADLINE DATE: JUNE 1, 2014!
The "Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program is offering high school seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. This is the 3rd annual scholarship for AnimationCareerReview.com. Please have interested senior students visit the "Aspiring Animation Professional" website by clicking the link HERE and find eligibility information along with the online application. The scholarship will be on the right side of the page.
The deadline for this application is June 1, 2014 as well.
DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.
DETROIT ALUMNAE CHAPTER
All Applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2014.
(Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.)
The Detroit Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is committed to helping young people succeed academically. This includes ensuring that students have access to the financial resources they need to obtain a college education. The chapter offers eight scholarship awards through the Detroit Alumnae Scholarship Program.
Scholarships are available to students attending a public, private, or parochial high school within the service areas of the Detroit Alumnae Chapter: Detroit, Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Highland Park, and the Grosse Pointes. To be eligible to receive an award, recipients must have a grade point average of at least 2.5 (based on a 4.0 scale) and enroll in a full-time program at an accredited college, university, or an institution of equivalent accreditation during the 2014-2015 academic years. Verification of enrollment must be provided.
Please visit “The Detroit Deltas” website for the official application at www.detroitdeltas.org.
DETROIT ALUMNAE CHAPTER
All Applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2014.
(Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.)
The Detroit Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is committed to helping young people succeed academically. This includes ensuring that students have access to the financial resources they need to obtain a college education. The chapter offers eight scholarship awards through the Detroit Alumnae Scholarship Program.
Scholarships are available to students attending a public, private, or parochial high school within the service areas of the Detroit Alumnae Chapter: Detroit, Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Highland Park, and the Grosse Pointes. To be eligible to receive an award, recipients must have a grade point average of at least 2.5 (based on a 4.0 scale) and enroll in a full-time program at an accredited college, university, or an institution of equivalent accreditation during the 2014-2015 academic years. Verification of enrollment must be provided.
Please visit “The Detroit Deltas” website for the official application at www.detroitdeltas.org.
Metro Bureau Scholarship Application
Applications Deadline: The application must be postmarked by April 3, 2014.
The application for the Metropolitan Detroit Bureau of School Studies. Inc. Annual Scholarship Award is attached. Interested students must complete and submit this application electronically (the form can be printed and copied as necessary to meet your need. The application can also be downloaded at www.metrobureau.org).
Applications must be submitted or postmarked by April 3, 2014.
To be eligible students must:
a. Be a graduating senior from a high school of a Metro Bureau member school district.
b. All students are eligible but those students who have a professional objective of entering a human services profession (e.g., teaching, medicine, social work, nursing, psychology or a child-oriented profession) will be given preferred status.
c. Intend to enroll at one of the following Metro Bureau Member Colleges/Universities:
Ø Mott Community College
Ø Oakland County Community College
Ø Oakland University
Ø Wayne County Community College
Ø Wayne State University
Successful scholarship recipients will receive their scholarship award in their local school district this spring.
Applications Deadline: The application must be postmarked by April 3, 2014.
The application for the Metropolitan Detroit Bureau of School Studies. Inc. Annual Scholarship Award is attached. Interested students must complete and submit this application electronically (the form can be printed and copied as necessary to meet your need. The application can also be downloaded at www.metrobureau.org).
Applications must be submitted or postmarked by April 3, 2014.
To be eligible students must:
a. Be a graduating senior from a high school of a Metro Bureau member school district.
b. All students are eligible but those students who have a professional objective of entering a human services profession (e.g., teaching, medicine, social work, nursing, psychology or a child-oriented profession) will be given preferred status.
c. Intend to enroll at one of the following Metro Bureau Member Colleges/Universities:
Ø Mott Community College
Ø Oakland County Community College
Ø Oakland University
Ø Wayne County Community College
Ø Wayne State University
Successful scholarship recipients will receive their scholarship award in their local school district this spring.
Wayne State University Urban Scholarship Applications Deadline December 13th, 2013!!!
Apply Now! The Detroit Urban Scholarship is awarding four-year scholarships to all eligible, high-achieving, incoming Wayne State University freshmen. The award committee is in search of high school students who have shown an ability to excel in the academic arena, and who are engaged in community service and leadership activities. Awards for incoming freshmen for the Fall 2014 school year total $24,000. Visit Scholarships at WSU for more details.
The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. The applicant must be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card. Current college students are not eligible to apply.
Each year, ten to twenty students will be designated Ron Brown Scholars and will receive $10,000 annually for four years, for a total of $40,000. The recipients may use the renewable scholarships to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice within the United States. Ron Brown Scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue any academic discipline. More than 250 students have been designated as Ron Brown Scholars since the inception of the Program.
Ron Brown Scholars are selected in the spring prior to entering college. Applications are screened during the month of February by Ron Brown Scholar Program staff. In March, finalists are invited to participate in a weekend selection process in Washington, D.C. at the expense of the Ron Brown Scholar Fund. Finalists are interviewed by members of the Ron Brown Selection Committee and are expected to participate in several Selection Weekend activities.
Scholarship winners are selected on the basis of their applications, interviews and participation in Selection Weekend activities.
For an application (click here).
Each year, ten to twenty students will be designated Ron Brown Scholars and will receive $10,000 annually for four years, for a total of $40,000. The recipients may use the renewable scholarships to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice within the United States. Ron Brown Scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue any academic discipline. More than 250 students have been designated as Ron Brown Scholars since the inception of the Program.
Ron Brown Scholars are selected in the spring prior to entering college. Applications are screened during the month of February by Ron Brown Scholar Program staff. In March, finalists are invited to participate in a weekend selection process in Washington, D.C. at the expense of the Ron Brown Scholar Fund. Finalists are interviewed by members of the Ron Brown Selection Committee and are expected to participate in several Selection Weekend activities.
Scholarship winners are selected on the basis of their applications, interviews and participation in Selection Weekend activities.
For an application (click here).
University of Detroit Mercy Scholarship Opportunity
University of Detroit Mercy recognizes academic achievement by offering merit-based, renewable scholarships to incoming freshman. Share with students from your school who meet the criteria and express interest. The SPIRITUS SCHOLARSHIP is worth $17,500 a year to attend UDM Fall 2013. Students must meet the following criteria:
- Cumulative GPA: 3.55
- Minimum ACT score of 25 or SAT 1130 (math and reading)
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Promote Private
Colleges & Universities.
Both have great options available, based on the needs of the student. Michigan Colleges Foundation (MCF) was founded in 1949; MCF is a collective of 14 excellent independent colleges and universities located throughout Michigan. Member campuses include:- Adrian College
- Albion College
- Alma College
- Andrews University
- Aquinas College
- Calvin College
- Hillsdale College
- Hope College
- Kalamazoo College
- Madonna University
- Marygrove College
- Olivet College
- Siena Heights University
- Spring Arbor University
STRATEGIES AND INTERVENTIONS
Crisis in the Schools
Children need safe environments if they are to thrive. When that safety is disrupted, for whatever reason, adults need to reassure children that they will be protected. Crises can range from school-related incidents to incidents in the community, such as natural disasters, or the world at large, such as terrorism or war.
School counselors are a vital part of crisis intervention and can help students understand and recover from the many situations that arise, both those inside and outside the school. In my career as a school counselor, I’ve been called on to tell a student about a death in the family, work with students after a teacher’s death and help students deal with a suicide at the school as well as a tragic car accident during the school day that killed three students.
Your job as a parent is to be well-informed about the school’s crisis intervention plan. One of the first things to expect after a crisis is accurate information from the school, such as a letter sent home to keep everyone informed and minimize misinformation. During a crisis children feel a loss of control, and they may feel more empowered knowing what has happened. Be honest in your discussions with your children, and let them know the basic facts. If you don’t know all the information, simply tell them that not everything is known at this time.
Crisis situations mean uncertainty for parents, who want to know how to help their children cope with their feelings and understand what has happened. Communication between parents and the school counselor is critical during and after the crisis. Children need caring adults during this time to understand them, support them and help them express their feelings. The partnership with parents and the school counselor is an important relationship that will provide the necessary foundation to help children recover from a crisis situation.
The school counselor’s role during crisis intervention includes:
• Providing crisis counseling for students
• Identifying students who need more intense counseling and post-traumatic intervention for grief/loss
• Providing information to the media on the incident and the school counselor’s role in supporting to the students
• Supporting parents, teachers and staff as they provide for the students
• Stabilizing the school environment, and helping students return to normalcy.
All children react differently to changes, so observe their behavior, and listen to them. Because children often have difficulty expressing their feelings, their grief comes out in their behavior. Their reactions will depend on their emotional development and age, their relationship to the crisis event, the information they receive about what has happened and their past experiences. They may be confused and worried about what might happen in the future. They may fear that similar events will occur in their own lives. When children have been through a difficult experience, they need reassurance. Help your children explore their emotions, and let them know that their feelings are normal.
Some children will want to repeat the story over and over to make sense of what has happened; other children may not talk about the incident at all. Younger children may not understand what has happened, especially in the case of death. If the child doesn’t understand, explain as much as needed, but don’t pressure the child into understanding. Let your children talk about the crisis as much as they need to share, allowing them to express their feelings safely without judgment.
A parent’s most difficult role in this situation is to allow their children to feel pain. We want to spare our children from tragedy; however, we shouldn’t minimize the loss. One of my students was told by her well-meaning parents that she needed to “get over it.” Her reaction was to feel angry that her parents did not trust her and resentful that they did not understand how meaningful this was to her.
This may be a stressful time for the family if the child has already experienced the death of someone close. Previous feelings may come back to the forefront, and your child may have nightmares. Continue the normal daily routine as much as possible, including a regular bedtime.
Explore different ways to help your children cope with the stress, and, most importantly, practice these coping skills yourself as well. Talking about feelings openly, exercising, getting enough sleep, laughing and taking breaks are excellent stress relievers. Limit your children’s television viewing if the crisis receives a lot of coverage.
When should you seek help from a professional for your children’s post-crisis behavior? Some aggressive behavior or acting out may be expected. Parents may see anger and sadness. However, if the behaviors continue and seem to prevent the child from continuing a normal routine after a few weeks, professional help may be needed. Your best resource is your child’s school counselor, who can provide additional resources for parents and students who are having difficulty adjusting.
Brenda Melton, M.Ed., LPC, is a school counselor at Navarro Academy, an alternative school in San Antonio, Texas, and a former board president of the American School Counselor Association. She can be reached at [email protected].
School counselors are a vital part of crisis intervention and can help students understand and recover from the many situations that arise, both those inside and outside the school. In my career as a school counselor, I’ve been called on to tell a student about a death in the family, work with students after a teacher’s death and help students deal with a suicide at the school as well as a tragic car accident during the school day that killed three students.
Your job as a parent is to be well-informed about the school’s crisis intervention plan. One of the first things to expect after a crisis is accurate information from the school, such as a letter sent home to keep everyone informed and minimize misinformation. During a crisis children feel a loss of control, and they may feel more empowered knowing what has happened. Be honest in your discussions with your children, and let them know the basic facts. If you don’t know all the information, simply tell them that not everything is known at this time.
Crisis situations mean uncertainty for parents, who want to know how to help their children cope with their feelings and understand what has happened. Communication between parents and the school counselor is critical during and after the crisis. Children need caring adults during this time to understand them, support them and help them express their feelings. The partnership with parents and the school counselor is an important relationship that will provide the necessary foundation to help children recover from a crisis situation.
The school counselor’s role during crisis intervention includes:
• Providing crisis counseling for students
• Identifying students who need more intense counseling and post-traumatic intervention for grief/loss
• Providing information to the media on the incident and the school counselor’s role in supporting to the students
• Supporting parents, teachers and staff as they provide for the students
• Stabilizing the school environment, and helping students return to normalcy.
All children react differently to changes, so observe their behavior, and listen to them. Because children often have difficulty expressing their feelings, their grief comes out in their behavior. Their reactions will depend on their emotional development and age, their relationship to the crisis event, the information they receive about what has happened and their past experiences. They may be confused and worried about what might happen in the future. They may fear that similar events will occur in their own lives. When children have been through a difficult experience, they need reassurance. Help your children explore their emotions, and let them know that their feelings are normal.
Some children will want to repeat the story over and over to make sense of what has happened; other children may not talk about the incident at all. Younger children may not understand what has happened, especially in the case of death. If the child doesn’t understand, explain as much as needed, but don’t pressure the child into understanding. Let your children talk about the crisis as much as they need to share, allowing them to express their feelings safely without judgment.
A parent’s most difficult role in this situation is to allow their children to feel pain. We want to spare our children from tragedy; however, we shouldn’t minimize the loss. One of my students was told by her well-meaning parents that she needed to “get over it.” Her reaction was to feel angry that her parents did not trust her and resentful that they did not understand how meaningful this was to her.
This may be a stressful time for the family if the child has already experienced the death of someone close. Previous feelings may come back to the forefront, and your child may have nightmares. Continue the normal daily routine as much as possible, including a regular bedtime.
Explore different ways to help your children cope with the stress, and, most importantly, practice these coping skills yourself as well. Talking about feelings openly, exercising, getting enough sleep, laughing and taking breaks are excellent stress relievers. Limit your children’s television viewing if the crisis receives a lot of coverage.
When should you seek help from a professional for your children’s post-crisis behavior? Some aggressive behavior or acting out may be expected. Parents may see anger and sadness. However, if the behaviors continue and seem to prevent the child from continuing a normal routine after a few weeks, professional help may be needed. Your best resource is your child’s school counselor, who can provide additional resources for parents and students who are having difficulty adjusting.
Brenda Melton, M.Ed., LPC, is a school counselor at Navarro Academy, an alternative school in San Antonio, Texas, and a former board president of the American School Counselor Association. She can be reached at [email protected].
Helping Kids During Crisis
ASCA Webinars on Crisis
Counseling Kids in Crisis
Speaker: Jeannie R. Studer
0.1 IACET-accredited CEUs available for $5
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Infusing a Caring Climate in Your School
Speaker: Sandy Austin
0.1 IACET-accredited CEUs available for $5
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Handouts: BIONIC 12-12-12 Cards, BIONIC 12-12-12 Information Flyer, BIONIC What's Happening Handout,BIONIC team Website
Supporting Students After Crisis and Loss
Speaker: Robin Gurwitch
0.1 IACET-accredited CEUs available for $5
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Suggested Web Sites
National PTA
Contains information about "Discussing Hate and Violence with Your Children."
PBS.org - Talking With Kids About the News
Develop strategies for discussing today's headlines with chlldren. Learn how to calm their fears and stimulate their minds.
The Child Mind Institute
How to Help Children Cope With Frightening News
Going Back to School After a Tragedy
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Talking to Children about Community Violence
Counseling Kids in Crisis
Speaker: Jeannie R. Studer
0.1 IACET-accredited CEUs available for $5
Learn more
View the webinar
Infusing a Caring Climate in Your School
Speaker: Sandy Austin
0.1 IACET-accredited CEUs available for $5
Learn more
View the webinar
Download PowerPoint
Handouts: BIONIC 12-12-12 Cards, BIONIC 12-12-12 Information Flyer, BIONIC What's Happening Handout,BIONIC team Website
Supporting Students After Crisis and Loss
Speaker: Robin Gurwitch
0.1 IACET-accredited CEUs available for $5
Learn more
View the webinar
Suggested Web Sites
National PTA
Contains information about "Discussing Hate and Violence with Your Children."
PBS.org - Talking With Kids About the News
Develop strategies for discussing today's headlines with chlldren. Learn how to calm their fears and stimulate their minds.
The Child Mind Institute
How to Help Children Cope With Frightening News
Going Back to School After a Tragedy
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Talking to Children about Community Violence
Counselor Professional Development (Outside) Opportunity
- Scholarships for "College Counseling Class" for Counselors
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2014-2015 SUCCESSES!!!
Decision Day
Our office would like to thank everyone for an outstanding job at Decision Day!! We want to give kudos to everyone for all of your effort and hard work to make sure our students gained access into a college/university. We also want to thank all of the volunteers who rolled up their sleeves and jumped in where they were needed. On a final note, please send any feedback suggestions, questions, or concerns regarding Decision Day to our office for next year planning.
Go to the link below to see the photos from the event:
http://detroitk12.org/content/2014/10/28/college-decision-day-event-allows-seniors-to-apply-to-universities-and-gain-acceptance-letters-in-one-day/
DPS ALL High School Fair
DPS Counselors & Coordinators Rock!!!
We would like to shout out a big "THANK YOU" to the many counselors and coordinators that participated in the DPS (PreK-8) Open Houses in your individual schools, especially those who volunteered at the High School/ Career Academies Fair on Saturday . Thanks to you, the Saturday Fair was a huge success!
Even more “Kudos,” to you for decorating your tables and inviting your parents, students and community partners to join you in representing your schools. The support from our partners was phenomenal!
We can always depend on you to go “Above and Beyond!” For that, “You Rock!”
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