Counselor's Corner-Sharell Warren-Veal

August: Welcome Back!

Welcome back, Emily C. Watkins families, students, and staff! I hope everyone had a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer.

My name is Dr. Sharell Warren-Veal, and I am excited to return to Emily C. Watkins as your school counselor. I look forward to reconnecting with returning students and families while welcoming those who are new to our school community.

As the school counselor, I am available to support students with their academic, social, and emotional development. Throughout the school year, I will provide individual and group support, classroom guidance lessons, crisis intervention, and assistance with school transitions, friendships, decision-making, coping skills, and goal setting.

The beginning of a new school year is an opportunity for a fresh start. I encourage students to begin the year with a positive attitude, set achievable goals, ask for help when needed, and treat others with kindness and respect.

I look forward to partnering with students, families, teachers, and staff to make this a successful school year. Welcome back, and let’s make it a great year at Emily C. Watkins!

August Family Motivation Challenge

Students and families are encouraged to create one goal for the new school year. Write the goal down, discuss the steps needed to achieve it, and place it somewhere visible at home.

Student Goal: One thing I want to accomplish this school year is __________.

Family Support: One way my family can help me reach this goal is __________.

Remember, small steps can lead to big success!