Welcome back, Panthers! We look forward to seeing your smiling faces and hope you enjoyed a special summer vacation with family and friends. I can't wait to hear what books you read, places you traveled to, activities you played, and new memories you made!
It is amazing to believe (since the time has flown by), but this year marks my 5th year as the Pringle Elementary School Counselor! Pringle is such a special school to work at and supportive community to be involved with.
I would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all of our Pringle parents! I appreciate your words of encouragement, support in so many ways, and commitment to your children's learning and success! Thank you for entrusting us with your most valued treasures...your children.
I am excited for this new school year and look forward to meeting each of you and knowing you by name!
If there is any way I can support you or your family this year, or if you have any questions about the Pringle Counseling Program, feel free to contact me at (503) 399-3178 (Mondays-Fridays; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). I can also be reached by email: armstrong_beth@salkeiz.k12.or.us.
A Champion for Your Child,
Mrs. Beth Armstrong
Pringle Counselor
Pringle Counselor's Corner
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Welcome Back, Pringle Panthers!
Welcome to the start of the 2009-10 school year! I am excited to begin my 4th year as the Pringle Elementary School Counselor. I am confident that it will be an awesome year of fun and learning.
Last year we had the opportunity to have Mr. Rob Coiner join our Pringle staff as a part-time counselor on Thursdays. Unfortunately, the .2 FTE counseling position was eliminated and so Mr. Coiner will be at Forest Ridge and Hazel Green Elementary Schools. He will be missed!
The Pringle Elementary School Counseling Program offers a variety of resources to students & their families including:
1. Operation School Bell (Assistance League) - provides new clothing (coats, pants, shirts, socks, sweatshirts, & underwear), shoes, and hygiene kits for students in need (offered 1x/year)
2. Operation Backpack (Assistance League) - provides new school supplies and backpacks for students in need
3. Thanksgiving Food Baskets (Pringle community) - provides food baskets for families in need at Thanksgiving
4. Giving Tree Program (Pringle community) - provides wrapped gifts for students & their siblings (ages 17 and younger) who are in need during December
5. Community Resources - act as a liaison between school and community agencies (e.g. mental health, medical - vision/dental/health, support groups, parenting, grief/loss, child abuse assessment/reporting/treatment, law enforcement, domestic violence prevention & safety-planning, etc.)
6. Classroom Guidance - teaches Counseling/Guidance curriculum to each classroom (K-5) on a monthly basis
7. Social Skills Group - (offered on a limited basis) time-limited small groups focused on learning appropriate and healthy social skills.
8. Lunch Groups - offers an opportunity for students to invite 4-5 friends and have lunch in the counselor's office. I find this is an excellent way to get to know lots of students at Pringle as well as a chance for students to connect with their peers or make new friends who might be in other classrooms.
9. Student Support Team (SST) - our SST (intervention and pre-referral program) is comprised of Mrs. Linda Dougherty (Principal), Mrs. Vicki Brown (Learning Resource Center Teacher), Mrs. Marcine Scherette (Speech & Language Teacher), and myself - Mrs. Beth Armstrong (School Counselor). Your child's teacher also attends the SST meetings and presents data, work samples, and additional information so that our team can develop the best plan of action for your child. Finally, each student's parent(s) serve as an integral member of the SST, providing input and expert knowledge about the strengths and challenges for their own child.
10. Volunteer Opportunities - H.E.A.R.T. reading program, Mentoring program, Counseling Advisory Committee, Giving Tree, Thanksgiving Food Drive/Baskets, or any other ways you might be able to support the Pringle Elementary School Counseling Program.
If you have any questions or would like to know more about any of the programs listed above, please contact me by email or by phone.
armstrong_beth@salkeiz.k12.or.us
(503) 399-3178 Pringle Elementary School Main Office
Welcome Back Students & Families!!!! We can't wait to see you all!
Warmly,
Mrs. Armstrong
Last year we had the opportunity to have Mr. Rob Coiner join our Pringle staff as a part-time counselor on Thursdays. Unfortunately, the .2 FTE counseling position was eliminated and so Mr. Coiner will be at Forest Ridge and Hazel Green Elementary Schools. He will be missed!
The Pringle Elementary School Counseling Program offers a variety of resources to students & their families including:
1. Operation School Bell (Assistance League) - provides new clothing (coats, pants, shirts, socks, sweatshirts, & underwear), shoes, and hygiene kits for students in need (offered 1x/year)
2. Operation Backpack (Assistance League) - provides new school supplies and backpacks for students in need
3. Thanksgiving Food Baskets (Pringle community) - provides food baskets for families in need at Thanksgiving
4. Giving Tree Program (Pringle community) - provides wrapped gifts for students & their siblings (ages 17 and younger) who are in need during December
5. Community Resources - act as a liaison between school and community agencies (e.g. mental health, medical - vision/dental/health, support groups, parenting, grief/loss, child abuse assessment/reporting/treatment, law enforcement, domestic violence prevention & safety-planning, etc.)
6. Classroom Guidance - teaches Counseling/Guidance curriculum to each classroom (K-5) on a monthly basis
7. Social Skills Group - (offered on a limited basis) time-limited small groups focused on learning appropriate and healthy social skills.
8. Lunch Groups - offers an opportunity for students to invite 4-5 friends and have lunch in the counselor's office. I find this is an excellent way to get to know lots of students at Pringle as well as a chance for students to connect with their peers or make new friends who might be in other classrooms.
9. Student Support Team (SST) - our SST (intervention and pre-referral program) is comprised of Mrs. Linda Dougherty (Principal), Mrs. Vicki Brown (Learning Resource Center Teacher), Mrs. Marcine Scherette (Speech & Language Teacher), and myself - Mrs. Beth Armstrong (School Counselor). Your child's teacher also attends the SST meetings and presents data, work samples, and additional information so that our team can develop the best plan of action for your child. Finally, each student's parent(s) serve as an integral member of the SST, providing input and expert knowledge about the strengths and challenges for their own child.
10. Volunteer Opportunities - H.E.A.R.T. reading program, Mentoring program, Counseling Advisory Committee, Giving Tree, Thanksgiving Food Drive/Baskets, or any other ways you might be able to support the Pringle Elementary School Counseling Program.
If you have any questions or would like to know more about any of the programs listed above, please contact me by email or by phone.
armstrong_beth@salkeiz.k12.or.us
(503) 399-3178 Pringle Elementary School Main Office
Welcome Back Students & Families!!!! We can't wait to see you all!
Warmly,
Mrs. Armstrong
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Friday, May 1, 2009
Integrity
Happy May Day! Our school-wide focus for the month of May is INTEGRITY. Integrity involves being honest and truthful about one's behaviors, actions, and motivations. Integrity is what we do when we think no one is looking. It is amazing to consider that children are always watching the adults around them -- parents, people in the community, teachers, and adults on TV and in the media. Keeping that in mind it is essential to recognize that everything we do and say can serve as an example for a child. As adults we can empower, encourage, and positively lead children by our own actions, by being people of integrity.
Integrity...what we do when we think no one is looking.
Remember that someone is always watching.
Your child.
Integrity...what we do when we think no one is looking.
Remember that someone is always watching.
Your child.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Perseverance = Never Give Up
For the month of April our school-wide focus is the life skill of PERSEVERANCE...Never Give Up! As the school year begins to wind down it is especially important to keep encouraging students to Never Give Up! The sun comes out and reminds us that summer is almost here. With only two months left of this school year there is a lot left to accomplish - for teachers and for students. Now is the perfect time to re-energize, reach out for support, and persevere.
Top 10 Strategies to Support Students (at home and at school):
1. Get plenty of sleep. A regular and consistent bedtime and sleep routine is important.
2. Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats and dairy products. The human body works best when fueled properly.
3. Exercise is a wonderful way to release extra energy and stress. Kids can play outside (ride bikes, play basketball, throw the Frisbee, run, etc.).
4. Streamline extra-curricular activities. By simplifying your family's after school/evening schedules you will have more "quality time" together as a family and may feel less stressed.
5. Create a "study area" where your child can do their homework.
6. Create a family goal poster together - cut out pictures or quotes from magazines that remind you of your family goals (i.e. spend more time together, a vacation, being healthy).
7. Develop daily routines/rules/expectations and post them where every family member can see.
8. Encourage each other with positive words and actions. Go the extra mile!
9. Consider having a Family Meeting once a week to communicate, connect, discuss, and plan.
10. NEVER GIVE UP!
Top 10 Strategies to Support Students (at home and at school):
1. Get plenty of sleep. A regular and consistent bedtime and sleep routine is important.
2. Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats and dairy products. The human body works best when fueled properly.
3. Exercise is a wonderful way to release extra energy and stress. Kids can play outside (ride bikes, play basketball, throw the Frisbee, run, etc.).
4. Streamline extra-curricular activities. By simplifying your family's after school/evening schedules you will have more "quality time" together as a family and may feel less stressed.
5. Create a "study area" where your child can do their homework.
6. Create a family goal poster together - cut out pictures or quotes from magazines that remind you of your family goals (i.e. spend more time together, a vacation, being healthy).
7. Develop daily routines/rules/expectations and post them where every family member can see.
8. Encourage each other with positive words and actions. Go the extra mile!
9. Consider having a Family Meeting once a week to communicate, connect, discuss, and plan.
10. NEVER GIVE UP!
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences
Happy Spring! Hard to believe today is St. Patrick's Day...already! This year is flying by! I wanted to encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to meet with your child's teacher. Spring Parent-Teacher conferences offer a wonderful time for you to connect one-on-one with your child's teacher. These conferences provide a time to hear about your child's strengths and areas of concern as well as the time for you to ask questions. You and your child's teacher can share strategies that work best with your child - both at school and at home. When the school and parents collaborate together, in partnership, children experience the consistent message that they are valued, cared for, and that education and learning is important. Thank you for your continued support and partnership...WE APPRECIATE YOU, PARENTS & GUARDIANS!!!
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences:
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Thursday, March 19, 2009 - 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2009
To schedule or confirm your parent-teacher conference, please call the office @ (503) 399-3178.
Thanks!
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences:
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Thursday, March 19, 2009 - 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2009
To schedule or confirm your parent-teacher conference, please call the office @ (503) 399-3178.
Thanks!
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
March Guidance Focus: Responsibility
This month's classroom guidance focus is RESPONSIBILITY. This week, at our Monday Pringle Pride Assembly, the Positive Climate teachers did a quick skit, showing some examples of ways to be responsible such as turning off the lights before leaving a room, recycling paper and clean plastic items, turning in homework, and telling the truth. Students can also practice being responsible at home by doing chores, caring for a family pet, or helping a parent care for their baby brother or sister. Students can be responsible for their feelings by expressing how they feel with appropriate words and not blaming others for their choices. They can apply responsibility to their friendships by being a good friend and keeping their promises -- this will help them keep and maintain healthy friendships because friends will be able to depend on them and trust them. RESPONSIBILITY...It's Up to Me!!!!
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Upcoming Parenting Classes in Our Community
I wanted to make you aware of some upcoming Parenting Classes in our Salem-Keizer community.
Opportunity #1 -
Do You Have Teenagers With Difficult Behavioral Issues?
Could You Use Some Tips on How to Parent Effectively?
Decisive Parenting Class
Presented by Dr. Michael Hammond Ph.D., PIRS
Who: Parents with students enrolled in Salem-Keizer Middle and High
Schools
What: A FREE six week evening class
When: Monday evenings, March 2 through April 6, 2009. (Class will not be
held on March 23rd due to Spring Break,)
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Where: South High School Library
Topics will include:
Establishing rules
Use of parental consequences for problem behavior; natural consequences, logical consequences, applied consequences, intercession, networking, tracking, monitoring, supervision, confiscation, forfeiture and response cost
How to avoid arguments and power conflicts
Homework and chore completion
How to prevent running away, truancy, lying, stealing, drug/alcohol use, smoking, sibling fighting, sexual activity, gang involvement and other problem behaviors
How to actively communicate and solve problems
How to provide encouragement for preferred behavior
Demonstrating love and affection
Community resources to access help
Materials are drawn from The Decisive Parenting curriculum and will include discussion and video vignettes.
To register call South High School (503)-2644 ext. 269
Opportunity #2 -
PARENTING with LOVE and LOGIC
Is bedtime a big hassle at your house? Are you wondering how you will survive the teen years ahead or that you have now entered with your children? Are you tired of the disrespect and feel that you are having too many battles with your kids? Then “Parenting With Love and Logic” is for you! “Parenting With Love and Logic” is one of the most popular parenting programs available today. It helps parents avoid power struggles with their children and communicate in a way that is effective and non-stressful. Regardless of the ages of your children, this program can be very beneficial. Classes will include parenting strategies, a workbook, handouts, videotapes, and time for discussion.
The instructor is Judy Tuttle Zollner, a licensed professional counselor who has Masters Degrees in both counseling and special education. She has recently retired as an elementary school counselor for the Salem Keizer School District and continues to have a private counseling practice at Salem Pastoral Counseling Center. She has been teaching Love and Logic classes for over 20 years.
LOCATION: Salem Alliance Church
555 Gaines St. NE, Salem, OR 97301
TO REGISTER: Call 503 581-2129 Ex. 203
DATES: Tuesdays, Feb. 17, 24, March 3 & 10
TIME: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
COST $25.00 per person, $45.00 per family unit (includes one workbook and other handouts)
Alumni of Parenting with Love and Logic can attend for $10.00
Childcare available by reservation only.
Opportunity #1 -
Do You Have Teenagers With Difficult Behavioral Issues?
Could You Use Some Tips on How to Parent Effectively?
Decisive Parenting Class
Presented by Dr. Michael Hammond Ph.D., PIRS
Who: Parents with students enrolled in Salem-Keizer Middle and High
Schools
What: A FREE six week evening class
When: Monday evenings, March 2 through April 6, 2009. (Class will not be
held on March 23rd due to Spring Break,)
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Where: South High School Library
Topics will include:
Establishing rules
Use of parental consequences for problem behavior; natural consequences, logical consequences, applied consequences, intercession, networking, tracking, monitoring, supervision, confiscation, forfeiture and response cost
How to avoid arguments and power conflicts
Homework and chore completion
How to prevent running away, truancy, lying, stealing, drug/alcohol use, smoking, sibling fighting, sexual activity, gang involvement and other problem behaviors
How to actively communicate and solve problems
How to provide encouragement for preferred behavior
Demonstrating love and affection
Community resources to access help
Materials are drawn from The Decisive Parenting curriculum and will include discussion and video vignettes.
To register call South High School (503)-2644 ext. 269
Opportunity #2 -
PARENTING with LOVE and LOGIC
Is bedtime a big hassle at your house? Are you wondering how you will survive the teen years ahead or that you have now entered with your children? Are you tired of the disrespect and feel that you are having too many battles with your kids? Then “Parenting With Love and Logic” is for you! “Parenting With Love and Logic” is one of the most popular parenting programs available today. It helps parents avoid power struggles with their children and communicate in a way that is effective and non-stressful. Regardless of the ages of your children, this program can be very beneficial. Classes will include parenting strategies, a workbook, handouts, videotapes, and time for discussion.
The instructor is Judy Tuttle Zollner, a licensed professional counselor who has Masters Degrees in both counseling and special education. She has recently retired as an elementary school counselor for the Salem Keizer School District and continues to have a private counseling practice at Salem Pastoral Counseling Center. She has been teaching Love and Logic classes for over 20 years.
LOCATION: Salem Alliance Church
555 Gaines St. NE, Salem, OR 97301
TO REGISTER: Call 503 581-2129 Ex. 203
DATES: Tuesdays, Feb. 17, 24, March 3 & 10
TIME: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
COST $25.00 per person, $45.00 per family unit (includes one workbook and other handouts)
Alumni of Parenting with Love and Logic can attend for $10.00
Childcare available by reservation only.
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