Counseling
West Carroll Primary School has a School Counseling Program to support students in experiencing school success. The counselor works with students individually, in small groups, and in the classrooms. Each classroom receives developmental school counseling lessons during the course of the school year. The counselor helps students develop coping skills, solve problems, learn study skills, and build friendships.
West Carroll Primary School has one full-time counselor. Mrs. Baisden can be reached at [email protected] or 815-273-7747 ext. 1504.
Links that might be helpful during Remote Learning days. These sites may be helpful for students with questions, apprehension, feelings of anxiousness or lonliness during this time. Feel free to email me with specific questions or concerns about your student. Youtube has many read alouds and songs about lots of different feelings. Also check out my "Just for kids" page.
Here are a couple of videos to explain the Corona virus to kids, why school is closed, and what to do stay safe from the virus.
Corona Virus explained to kids
Explain the Corona Virus to kids
Coping strategies ideas to help with relaxing or self-regulation:
Youtube episodes of Cosmic Kids Yoga can really help, too!
Lessons about Self-Regulation and Self-Control for kids:
Book 2 - The Wolf who Learned Self-Control
Book 3 - Even Superheroes Have Bad Days
Also check out stories and songs on the next page!
Help for Parents:
Helping kids cope with strong emotions
How do I Get My Kids to Stop Fighting
Strategies for Helping your Kids Get Along
Single Best Strategy for Gaining Your Child's Respect
Why Kids Talk Back and What To Do About It
Helping your child requlate emotions
Tips to support parents and children with online learning
5 Incredibly Fun GAMES to Teach Self-Regulation (Self-Control) | Early Childhood Development
behavior-friendly home safety for children with autism