WELCOME TO FROSH PARENT NIGHT Drake High Counseling

WELCOME TO FROSH PARENT NIGHT Drake High Counseling Department We work together toward a common goal of success for all students.

PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW Principal Liz Seabury Assistant Principals Liz Chacon Chad Stuart Counselors Molly Baker Kyle Kassebaum Sheila Souder Molly Yasuda College/Career Specialist Counseling Secretary School to Career Liaison Wellness Personnel Lisa Neumaier Greg Davison Sandy Howard Katrina Southard Margaux Buehl

COUNSELORS WORK WITH STUDENTS ON THESE GOALS Recognize & access resources to explore personal, academic & career goals Understand how current choices impact your future Understand the importance of balance Know how to communicate effectively (ALL STUDENTS should have their OWN email account) Identify personal strengths, values, challenges & boundaries

SUPPORT FOR THE WHOLE CHILD Counselors Provide: Support through four years of student growth and development Referral services when students require in-depth therapeutic support Academic, social and emotional support Enrollment in all graduation requirements Support to students as they make post-secondary plans

FROSH YEAR SERVICES Classroom presentations on counselor role, definition of success, getting involved, goal setting & four year pattern of courses Individual meetings at student request

WHAT MAKES FOR A SUCCESSFUL FROSH YEAR?

TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL Expectations are Higher: Course material is more challenging & students have to work harder to earn A’s If students do not complete homework and have low test scores, they will earn low grades If your student does not have h/w for a few days … something is awry Students are encouraged to take more initiative & more responsibility

PARENT/STUDENT CONVERSATIONS Supporting your students to develop autonomy and adult communication skills Sit with your child & discuss priorities Over-scheduling & over-doing are common concerns. Helping them say “no” Reviewing their course options/opportunities Staying abreast of the Calendar & Community Compass Listen, ask clarifying questions & help them come to their own resolutions!

WHAT IF MY STUDENT IS DOING POORLY IN CLASS? Communicate w/ your student to discover the root of the problem (i. e. , study habits, motivation). Create a study/homework plan at home Encourage your student to use the Academic Support Tutorial Weekly Academic Workshop/Peer Tutoring after school T/Th If necessary, contact the teacher directly If problems persist and/or personal social problems exist, contact the counselor and utilize personal & social resources (i. e. , Wellness)

HOW CAN I HELP MY STUDENT DEAL WITH STRESS? Look for Signs of Stress Anxiety Sadness/depression Feeling hurried/pressured Stomach problems, headaches, chest pain Problems sleeping Drug/alcohol use Strategies to Manage Take a stand against overscheduling Set up sleep/electronics schedule Be realistic Think of change as a challenging & normal part of life Setbacks = temporary & solvable Participate regularly in activities for relaxation & fun Have a support system & ask for help Treat your body well Take action to solve problems & use resources available

Parent Opportunities Upcoming Events § Parent Events in Collaboration § Ross Valley Healthy w/ Wellness (see Drake Community Collaborative Calendar for details) Screening of ANGST at MVFF § Be The Influence Marin Commit to mitigating on Tues, 10/9 alcohol/drug use. Connect NOT ALONE Screening, 11/27 with other parents at 6: 30 Summer Opportunities Fair How to Talk About Sexuality Look for more Spring & Relationships opportunities

DRAKE HIGH’S COUNSELING WEBSITE Drake High Website, Counseling page, for information on: Upcoming counseling events and programs After School Academic Workshop College resources Overview of counseling services Check list by grade level for college and career planning

HOW TO CONTACT YOUR STUDENT’S COUNSELOR STUDENTS: Drop in to our office Leave a note in counselor’s box for appointment or pass Counselors leave a portion of their day open for student drop-ins & emergencies PARENTS: Call or E-mail (First, encourage young adults to communicate directly) Make an appointment. We would like to be prepared and have ample time to address your concerns, so please arrange this in advance. Meetings typically include students Attend ALL school events for your student’s grade level

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES Peer Resource & Link Crew Peer Tutoring/Homework Club (T/Th, Rm 126, 3: 455: 15 pm) Peer and Adult Tutor lists on counseling website Advisory/Tutorial Wellness Center – Health, mental health, substance use/abuse and sexual health support and education

Wellness At Drake High School Drake Wellness Team (2017 -18): • • Katrina Southard, LCSW/PPSC, Wellness Coordinator Margaux Buehl, Wellness Outreach Specialist Jessica Colvin, MSW/MPH/PPSC, Wellness Director for TUHSD Wellness Community Partners

What Does Wellness Provide? Direct Student Services & Support The Drake Wellness Center is a student friendly hub for accessing the following direct services: Counseling (individual and group) Drug & alcohol counseling (individual & group) and education Crisis support and intervention Sexual and reproductive health services Nursing services Case management and referral Youth development programming

What Does Drake Wellness Provide? Classroom Workshops & School Wide Education Classroom workshops and presentations on health and wellness topics School-wide health awareness events and campaigns Health education information & interactive Wellness Website Youth Leadership Opportunities – Drake Wellness Youth Advisory Staff consultation and professional development Parent/caregiver consultation and education Community partnerships and resourcing

THE FUTURE YEARS Sophomore Year: Fall group check in Course Workshops & Questions Sophomore Conference in spring semester Junior Year Fall group check in Spring semester conferences for post-high school planning (college/career) Senior Year Senior fall check ins & Tutorial Workshops UC/CSU & Common Application Workshops

NAVIANCE Need help with college decisions? College searches Career searches College Admission Information Personality Profile Interest Inventory Scholarship Lists Road Trip Nation Look for an email from Lisa Neumaier, College & Career Specialist, with account access information & list of tasks!

CONTACT INFORMATION Student grades/progress: Teacher Student attendance: Mark Machado Athletic eligibility: Nate Severin Transcripts: Sandy Howard E-Mail update: Brittany Mullery (bmullery@tamdistrict. org) Administrative Support: Liz Chacon (ROCK & TLC North & South) & Chad Stuart (da. Vinci & TLC East & West) Staff Phone list: Parent News & Drake website

HOME ACCESS CENTER PARENT LOG IN Go to home. tamdistrict. org Click on the “account registration” button Complete and submit the online form Check your email for account information Questions? Email homeaccess@tamdistrict. org Assignment information Report card grades Student attendance Student schedules Please check individual teacher policies for those teachers not using Home Access for assignment or grade information

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