COUNSELOR'S CORNER



Mrs. Mary Brown
COUNSELOR
 
 

Greetings!
As the March winds blow in they bring the ITBS (Iowa Tests of Basic Skills) to IWA. We will be testing starting March 9th through the 18th. This is the first time we administer the ITBS and the CogAt(Cognitive Abilities Test). The CogAt is only given to students in 2nd, 5th, and 7th grade. The teachers have prepared for this test by going through training and the students have sampled a practice test. They have also been exposed to test taking skills and have gone over testing tips for success with the test.
I published a newsletter with added information on testing taking tips and tips for coping with stress about the test. A letter was sent home to parents informing them of the test and the testing dates.

We are ready for the challenge!


 

  


Home & School Connection Newsletter

 
WHAT IS THE SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM?
The counselor's primary role is to help students deal with everyday concerns so that they may concentrate on developing their academic potential. My unique role is to provide: methods of prevention, early intervention, wellness and empowerment. The counselor's goal is to help students become healthy citizens and productive adults.

WHAT DO SCHOOL COUNSELORS DO?
Counselors help students:
feel good about themselves, set successful goals, develop positive relationships, learn decision-making and problem-solving skills, improve academic progress, and become self-directive and responsible for their behavior.
Counselors help teachers:
create a positive learning environment, meet the individual needs of the student, and provide support in working with parents.
Counselors help parents:
understand their part in their child's learning experience, provide information about their child in the learning environment, and access services within the community.		  


PROJECT WISDOM
Project Wisdom is implemented during homeroom period. Teachers present the daily message and have their students discuss and share their feelings.
Through Project Wisdom we try to:
 • Build character by encouraging ethical thinking.
 • Build confidence by motivating students to do their best.
 • Build community by inspiring students to contribute to the 
    world around them.
 • Stress tolerance while honoring the diversity that makes
    our country great.

  
 


Counselor’s Schedule

Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
*By appointment before or after school

Students must bring teacher’s pass

Phone: 546-4486 Ext. 202

E-mail:
marybrown@iw-academy.org
 

244 Resaca Blvd.  ~  Brownsville, Texas 78520  ~  Ph. 956-546-4486 ~  Fax 956-504-3960