October - Counselors Corner

October Counseling Corner Newsletter!

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Index

Small Group Sign-up Form

October Calendar

FAQ's

Counselor Contact Info.

Virtual Recess Sign-up Form and Links

Drop-in Day Sign-Up Form for October

Socialization Opportunities at CCA

Social Emotional Learning

Be a CCA STAR

Caretaker/Learning Coach Coffee Talks

Comet's Tech Closet

Community Links

Virtual- EDU History of Puerto Rican Migration (GR 4-12)

September/October Birthday Bash Virtual (K-12)

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Drop-in Day!

Hotel Transylvania 3- Virtual Movie Night K-12

(Virtual) Spooky Sweets Week 1 (K-12)

Virtual Monday Mantras Yoga Field Trip

(Virtual) TechWorks - Playground Creation (GR 3-5)

Virtual Recess

This time is for learners to socialize with each other in a controlled and monitored setting. There will be time for learners to chat with each other and participate in games or activites facilitated by the School Counselors. It is a time for learners to have a little fun, socialize, and practice social skills. Please click on the "Start" button below to have recess added to your learner's edio calendar. Recess will begin on Monday, October 2nd.

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Recess with Mrs. Miller for grades 3-5 Monday's 11:45-12:30

Recess with Mrs. G for grades K-2 Monday's 11:45-12:30

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Social Emotional Learning

SEL contributes to healthy well-being and safe schools While SEL does not replace the need for mental health interventions for students who need it, SEL can cultivate important “protective factors”—caring relationships, safe and supportive environments, social and emotional skills—that buffer against mental health risks. Participation in SEL programs is linked to decreased emotional distress, more positive attitudes about self and others, and fewer externalizing behaviors and discipline problems. SEL enhances young people’s coping skills, resiliency, and emotion identification, which can help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in the short term. Students participating in SEL report an increased sense of safety and support, better relationships with teachers, and stronger feelings of belonging and inclusiveness in schools. SEL contributes to reductions in bullying and aggression. For more information about SEL please reach out to your learners school counselor! https://casel.org/fundamentals-of-sel/what-does-the-research-say/

Comet's Tech Closet

CCA is pleased to announce the opening of the new Comet's Tech Closet - a first in the industry online technology ordering system for students and families to personalize their education. From monitors, keyboards to headsets, Comet has selected the best products and styles to provide CCA students with an exceptional learning experience, free of charge! Caretakers, please click on the link below to order new equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions regarding cirriculum, school work, supplies, student struggles, and absences?

Who do I contact with technology issues?

Who are my learners principals?

What if my child is interested in participating in sports and other extracurricular activities?

Who do I contact to make changes in Edio?

Does CCA follow the Common Core State Standards?

Counselor Contact Information

Welcome! I am Rachel Miller and I am going into my 6th year as an elementary school counselor here at CCA. I am very excited for this year and have been busy planning some fun activites. Below you will find my contact information if you have any questions. Email: rmiller@ccaeducate.me Phone: 484-656-7741, ext 12178

Hi everyone! My name is Meggi Gianacopoulos and I am one of the elementary school counselors in Gemini Academy. I am so excited to start the school year and to begin working with you and your family! Below you will find my contact information: Email: mgianacopoulos@ccaeducate.mePhone: 570-483-2830, ext. 15206

Socialization Opportunities at CCA

Virtual Recess

Clubs

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Field Trips

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Please click on the link below for more socialization opportunities

CCA Community Links

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• CCA School Calendar
• CCA Upcoming Events
• CCA Field Trips
• CCA Clubs
• Setting up your Virtual Workspace
• CCA Blog
• CCA's School Store
• Evening Support Room

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Small Group Counseling

Small group counseling is a type of counseling that brings together students with similar needs to work on specific skills or issues. It is a confidential and supportive environment where students can learn from each other and share their experiences. Below are the topics we are thinking about for this years small groups. Please reach out to your learners school counselor if you are interested in any of these groups. We will be sending out a form in next months newsletter to sign up for the groups. Our contact information is listed in this newsletter.

• Anxiety
• Self-Control
• Coping Skills/Self-Regulation
• Self-Esteem
• Social Skills
• Grief
• Growth Mindset

Drop In Day

We will have drop-in days that can be added to your students edio calendars during small group times. These drop-in days will be large group lessons on social, emotional, and career readiness topics.

Our first drop in day will on October 12th, during this session we will be reviewing how to be a CCA Star/ behavior expectations with learners and will be playing a game to practice these skills. Please use this form to sign up and to have the event added to your edio calendar

November Sneak Peak:November's drop in day will focus on Kindness.Keep your eyes peeled for this sign up form in our next newsletter!

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Caretaker/Learning Coach Coffee Talks

What is Coffee Talk? Coffee Talk is a virtual resource for CCA caretakers and learning coaches hosted by our CCA family mentors. These sessions are fun and relaxed while guidance, updates, and tips are shared. For more information - When and Where? Throughout the school year, three sessions are offered in English: Tuesdays 6-7pm, Wednesdays 10-11am, and Thursdays 12-1pm. One session is offered in Spanish: Tuesdays 10-11am. We use this Zoom room for all sessions: https://ccaeducate.zoom.us/j/95148890087?pwd=aHczQmIreE12Z1NzOGREajQ1ZjA2dz09 Meeting ID: 951 4889 0087 Passcode: coffee Caretakers and learning coaches are welcome to choose one or attend all sessions throughout the week because each session is different depending on those who attend. The warm experience of understanding and support remains in every session.

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