tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14009417072724510762024-03-05T02:29:24.326-08:00JES Counselor's Cornerelizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.comBlogger101125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-26044879446703903462022-08-26T12:08:00.000-07:002022-08-26T12:08:57.177-07:00WELCOME BACK JES DRAGONS!!!<p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>School is in full swing at Johnson Elementary! I hope you are taking advantage of the opportunities that we have for you to visit the classrooms like Curriculum Night and Open House. Your children get excited when they know you are coming to their school.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU8xQFwRbVPBEiPGJDTgUZ-opDDj2qsWPrKQMrEvJHHX5DrljqS8Nce07p54qFxc3E7Vp-Q0VWkdIj2zpW_aIB9HsdHdWSc9l0SSMpYChsBOG6XzCtjVkIoQApXFSEOvfgQxVMfGfSJcgbuxjyxP2qGgIzkmjAy4YDMsdKPrGxf4_57EErRUJOaiU/s640/Dragon%20BB%20JPEG.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU8xQFwRbVPBEiPGJDTgUZ-opDDj2qsWPrKQMrEvJHHX5DrljqS8Nce07p54qFxc3E7Vp-Q0VWkdIj2zpW_aIB9HsdHdWSc9l0SSMpYChsBOG6XzCtjVkIoQApXFSEOvfgQxVMfGfSJcgbuxjyxP2qGgIzkmjAy4YDMsdKPrGxf4_57EErRUJOaiU/w320-h236/Dragon%20BB%20JPEG.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: x-large;">OUR CORE ESSENTIAL CHARACTER TRAITS for 2022-23</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;">HONOR<br />TRUST<br />GRIT<br />COURAGE<br />JOY<br />KNOWLEDGE<br />RESPECT<br />FORGIVENESS<br />HUMILITY<br />DETERMINATION</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">If I can help in any way, please reach out to me at 817 949 4500.</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Kindest regards,</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Ziba Johnston</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">JES Counselor</span></b></div><p></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-64328243853436588752022-06-01T07:17:00.002-07:002022-06-01T07:29:06.602-07:00<h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">Dear JES family,</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">If you are a newcomer to the JES family...welcome! We are off for the summer! I will return to campus on August 1st.</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"> I hope this finds you relaxing and appreciating the time off from your busy school schedule and doing something different. Although there are many events in the news that might steal your joy, take time to look for the good in situations. Look for those helping. </span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">Here are a few ideas to help you have a Joyful June:</span></h1><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd59nvrIpuIOgaPnxw8TMM6rBMB-cv-SiAk6DjGMgB-ChhryR3jBF2uTrmOlxnXOtOZbEVecIE0ICR9kuZ0wQy0SdWEMIlqXok9RMOAcz5I-o442s15gyp56aIXyQvCEmG8NE3tW8Ajkv_DkhqYrqE46m5ac1UWdfpC3uy87H_4ie2gegc4eUvp50/s3508/Jun%202022%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2480" data-original-width="3508" height="283" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd59nvrIpuIOgaPnxw8TMM6rBMB-cv-SiAk6DjGMgB-ChhryR3jBF2uTrmOlxnXOtOZbEVecIE0ICR9kuZ0wQy0SdWEMIlqXok9RMOAcz5I-o442s15gyp56aIXyQvCEmG8NE3tW8Ajkv_DkhqYrqE46m5ac1UWdfpC3uy87H_4ie2gegc4eUvp50/w400-h283/Jun%202022%20(1).jpg" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><br /><span><b>If you have any questions, you can email me at ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu. I will be checking my email periodically.</b></span></span></div><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Have a great summer break!</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Kind regards,</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Elizabeth Johnston</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-53612717757413382492022-05-02T12:06:00.002-07:002022-05-06T11:59:56.590-07:00WE'RE IN THE HOME STRETCH!!! May's Character Trait - Perseverance!!!<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzcBRcT-oVXhvRDjsyeDXfwobiUtV8ykEgwoLjIfRBJReKS40d_jAhYg-XVuF8Nl0t5JmMyb3bw43MRsFqBdDGm7jHnUUTkPSaAhRWiUG9vHu_sgRZeb_g32H6yEiricAW7kUca1AHpGybdeang4aU0iVWQrXSW9sbsWem3zcdaLI4dApBHe16E5U/s279/Perseverance%20wordle.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="279" height="226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzcBRcT-oVXhvRDjsyeDXfwobiUtV8ykEgwoLjIfRBJReKS40d_jAhYg-XVuF8Nl0t5JmMyb3bw43MRsFqBdDGm7jHnUUTkPSaAhRWiUG9vHu_sgRZeb_g32H6yEiricAW7kUca1AHpGybdeang4aU0iVWQrXSW9sbsWem3zcdaLI4dApBHe16E5U/w400-h226/Perseverance%20wordle.jpeg" width="400" /></a></b></span></div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><br />Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Welcome to May! Hopefully, we can all see the light at the end of the tunnel in the 21-22 school year. While spring is in the air, and we may have an extra skip in our step, we as counselors also know that Spring brings TESTING! Testing may produce stress for students, parents, and staff! This season can be overwhelming as our list of to-dos seem to be never-ending and our minds are drifting to those summer days.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Below are a few practical tips from Mental & Behavioral Health at TEA that can help support your students and your overall wellness and resiliency during this time.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>1. <i><u>GET enough sleep</u>.</i> Getting 7-9 hours of sleep increases daily productivity and boosts mood.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>2. <u><i>Exercise daily.</i> </u>Getting up and moving for at least 30-45 minutes of a sustained activity produces the endorphins that improve mood and self-esteem.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>3. <u><i>Eat healthy and well-balanced meals.</i> </u>Make sure that you are getting adequate protein, healthy fats, and a variety of vegetables and fruits. Avoid processed foods and sugar.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>4. <i><u>Go outdoors.</u></i> Getting outside can help you escape the stressors of work and school. Being outdoors is good for your mind and mood and can help strengthen your immune system.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>5.<i> <u>Build a strong support system.</u></i> Connect with friends and family and embrace new and existing interests.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>6. <u><i>Manage stress.</i> </u>Although some stress can fuel motivation and drive, when we don't properly manage stress it can lead to exhaustion, burnout, and physical ailments. Find some time each day to sit quietly and take a deep breath. Try starting your day with a few minutes of deep breathing exercises.</b></span></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpCsFCsBqiGSjcoToBgUJatqfzlJIRBZT6v5YYsNsnK-lHMfzGetVtSSSxKvgA5OAH56moPGAysspKYo1PhGCiDZwXubSIW4Z4ua9GDKNAg5wrX6GUTLkX3fC892BABKkOn5ovv25098bXzhy5aNXK14zOTGe2QAKRmObqgkTK5KZT-zkE1MOhVE/s1920/May%20Character%20trait%20Perseverance.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpCsFCsBqiGSjcoToBgUJatqfzlJIRBZT6v5YYsNsnK-lHMfzGetVtSSSxKvgA5OAH56moPGAysspKYo1PhGCiDZwXubSIW4Z4ua9GDKNAg5wrX6GUTLkX3fC892BABKkOn5ovv25098bXzhy5aNXK14zOTGe2QAKRmObqgkTK5KZT-zkE1MOhVE/w640-h360/May%20Character%20trait%20Perseverance.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: x-large;">The Power of Perseverance!</span></b><p></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>There's an old saying that goes "If at first, you don't succeed, try, try again." This captures the essence of perseverance. Even when things get hard which they almost always do - perseverance pushes you to keep trying. Why is this a valuable trait to cultivate? Here are ten reasons:</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#1 <i>You need the perseverance to reach your goals.</i> All goals require effort. Sometimes, very little is needed, though most of the time, goals take quite a bit of work. You also need patience. There are very few good things in life that come quickly.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#2 <i>Perseverance carries you through failures.</i> Failure is part of life. There are very few people who coast through unscathed, but even then, they are bound to come across a situation at some point that challenges them. Failing is an awful feeling. It's natural to want to avoid that, but the only way to avoid failure is to never try anything. When you approach failure with perseverance, it's easier to see it as a learning experience. Trying again - even when it's risky - becomes another opportunity for growth.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#3 <i>Perseverance encourages adaptability.</i> Perseverance is based on trying again and again, but it also encourages flexibility. Perseverant people are also innovative people. They think outside the box in pursuit of their goals. They are willing to admit when an idea isn't working and they will try something new. This adaptability benefits every area of a person's life and makes them more resilient in an inherently chaotic world.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#4 <i>Perseverance is a learnable skill. </i>Perseverance is not an inbred trait that some people have and others don't. Life experience and community have a big impact on how someone moves through the world, but if you want to be more perseverant, it's a learnable skill. Resilence training is an important part of that. By making a conscious choice to reframe failures, redirect negative thoughts, and regulate tough emotions, you can improve your resiliency. What is the difference between perseverance and resilience? Perseverance is continuing toward a goal no matter what, while resilience is the ability to bounce back from challenges. You need resilience to persevere.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#5 <i>Students benefit significantly from perseverance</i>. School-aged kids face a lot of challenges. They not only have to navigate complex social interactions, but they are constantly learning new things and dealing with pressure about their futures. Perseverance helps them build their self-confidence and find healthy ways to deal with failure. Teachers play an essential role in building a student's ability to persevere. Students should be praised for effort - not just success - and never shamed for failing.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#6 <i>All successful people are perseverant. </i>There is no such thing as an "overnight success."Famous authors have old unpublished stories and books collecting dust while inventors have half-finished projects in their garages. By the time someone reaches a goal - whatever it may be it's more likely than not something they've worked toward for quite some time. While not everyone who perseveres will find fame and fortune, those who do have learned to deal with failure and keep trying.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#7 <i>Perseverance helps you meet exercise goals.</i> Exercise is one of the best things a person can do for their health. Whether it's brisk walking, running, lifting weights, or yoga, working out benefits our entire bodies. It reduces the risk for serious illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and more. Most of us could work out more often, but it can be challenging to make time for it and to meet our goals. That's where perseverance comes in. By recognizing that fitness goals take work and that we'll face failure, we're better equipped to keep going when things get tough.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#8 <i>Perseverance can improve your relationships.</i> Relationships are essential to a fulfilled life. Research consistently shows that having a strong community benefits a person's mental and physical health. You are more likely to live longer if you have close relationships. Maintaining close relationships can take work. There are conflicts and struggles. Perseverance helps people work out their problems communicate better, and decide which relationships are worth saving.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>#9 <i>Perseverance is linked to better mental health.</i> In 2019, researchers published a study in the Journal of Abnormal Psychology that examined over 3,000 adults. These participants had been studied for around two decades. Results showed that people who displayed more perseverance were at a lower risk of depression and anxiety. This information suggests that by focusing on perseverance and resilience, a person could improve their mental health and general outlook on life.</b></span></p><p><b style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span style="font-size: large;">Watch the JList for the most updated times for upcoming activities like Fourth Grade and Kindergarten graduations, Field Day, parties, and clap-outs!</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If I can help in any way, please don't hesitate to reach out.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Elizabeth Johnston</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>817 949 4500</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYUI0OmQYU5GCiqPvyDnwjlUGy24uMXA-H3XCAm1Pgrd3mfyz00Cco5JowCXUjeJnwzY3wojvBiTuPROM_o5ip5YKvzrpU05UA4F3mLpXMqMm0lHk9H3W3SCZeONTvL9PIPuawPnNq1QfUdKIlgEz9EVIRS3_DjkIYwomh0QueOtag2wdjh9x3u60/s1754/Meaningful%20May.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1240" data-original-width="1754" height="316" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYUI0OmQYU5GCiqPvyDnwjlUGy24uMXA-H3XCAm1Pgrd3mfyz00Cco5JowCXUjeJnwzY3wojvBiTuPROM_o5ip5YKvzrpU05UA4F3mLpXMqMm0lHk9H3W3SCZeONTvL9PIPuawPnNq1QfUdKIlgEz9EVIRS3_DjkIYwomh0QueOtag2wdjh9x3u60/w503-h316/Meaningful%20May.jpg" width="503" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><br /><b><br /></b></span><p></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-24885479295602903832022-03-06T05:50:00.000-08:002022-03-06T05:50:00.428-08:00MARCH is COOPERATION Month!!!<p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Dear JES Family and Friends,</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Our Core Essential definition is <i>working together to do more than you do alone</i>. Demonstrating good cooperation is being a person who understands that the good of the group is more important than the good of the one. Learning how to cooperate will help with success in school, in relationships with friends, and in life overall. Listening carefully to others is the first step in demonstrating cooperation. It is essential to remember that cooperation is a basic life skill that assists us in working together so that collaboration and creativity will ultimately bring about success.</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Cooperation is an important value. To have real cooperation at school everyone needs to follow the school rules. These expectations have been put into place to keep everyone in the school community safe and cared for.</b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> Excellence (everyone trying hard to do their best in everything)</span></b></span></li><li><span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> Integrity (which is about honesty in the way we act and speak)</span></b></span></span></li><li><span><span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> Respect (for ourselves, others, and property)</span></b></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> Responsibility (for ourselves, our belongings, and our actions)</span></b></span></span></span></span></li></ul><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If I can be of assistance in any way, please let me know at 817 949 4500 or Ziba.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba</b></span></div><p></p><p><span><span><span><br /><span><br /></span></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1Ng8wO3RedfiyCVagozyEtFeKnNj598eJ29IEJ8FFPfqFtwjMFMMG4Drovdz86KH76h54430zElrRbwnpPOImZUk9icesgJUWzD6KZMGdO3meIebmbZj8JE2Ay_oPesaB-1CKA9VJpnOPB6i9L-IE_uclhsNTU3qPlg1_3zQaeHv5SMhuC5mn9_I=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="173" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1Ng8wO3RedfiyCVagozyEtFeKnNj598eJ29IEJ8FFPfqFtwjMFMMG4Drovdz86KH76h54430zElrRbwnpPOImZUk9icesgJUWzD6KZMGdO3meIebmbZj8JE2Ay_oPesaB-1CKA9VJpnOPB6i9L-IE_uclhsNTU3qPlg1_3zQaeHv5SMhuC5mn9_I=w400-h173" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-14590088317404115862022-02-04T14:33:00.001-08:002022-02-04T14:48:28.954-08:00February 2022 - Compassion<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Dear JES Family and Friends,</span></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: x-large;"><b>Compassion is our February character trait</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Being compassionate means that you are aware of the feelings and thoughts of not only yourself but those around you. It's a quality that requires energy to maintain because it takes time and effort to be compassionate with others.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Compassionate people are:</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>Open and able to communicate with others</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>Able to recognize they are not perfect</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>Quick to reach out and lend a helping hand</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>Honest</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>The first to listen to what others have to say</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>Respectful</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>Kind</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><span> *</span>Happy</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b> *Ambitious and not afraid to take healthy risks towards achieving life goals</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpIzvuHeRSnad8LAJPZlP1-zgoh0t4Q1mVaT8i1fe988tSyQmrR1GYEV0Adt87SGQIgd_78fPKWz95-KdGQHUavLBFqpowz0gSFPJ_mshI1YcVEvpjvmhm0VClZcrB-CE_j8Xk_fyeepWTli4Z38Q78YR8GpdgpttqvzKkif4QxBv6BxZ68n2MrKQ=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpIzvuHeRSnad8LAJPZlP1-zgoh0t4Q1mVaT8i1fe988tSyQmrR1GYEV0Adt87SGQIgd_78fPKWz95-KdGQHUavLBFqpowz0gSFPJ_mshI1YcVEvpjvmhm0VClZcrB-CE_j8Xk_fyeepWTli4Z38Q78YR8GpdgpttqvzKkif4QxBv6BxZ68n2MrKQ=w400-h225" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">February 17 is National Random Acts of Kindness Day </span></span></b></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>We encourage and promote kindness every day at JES; however, February 17th, is Random Acts of Kindness Day. This day aims to encourage people to spread goodness through acts of kindness. Encouraging kindness and paying it forward not only makes others happy, but it feeds our souls as well. By promoting Kindness among our students, our hope is that it becomes a trait that will be carried out on a daily basis. Here are some ways students can show a random act of kindness:</b></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Make eye contact and smile at someone you don't know in the hall, at lunch, or on the playground</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Look for opportunities to help others at school, home, or in your community</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Find ways to compliment others around you in a sincere way</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Donate to a good cause or serve in your community</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Let someone get in front of you in line</b></span></li></ul><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVjoyGe6bY1taX8uONenICn3z1ysad9iU5b6AiPOsyjotAUfEYF-uMLx3pPA0Eot1hiStybauBxlPDljPbH9RK6oyclRvCJLyb_dOBX-hhprrwj76wztZo-lm7fqu0gOJKms_g8M9p_dbJ5wBZ_PzQHnH54atNQdPKuifSOPjZjQFdIZswXETxdWc=s1240" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="826" data-original-width="1240" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVjoyGe6bY1taX8uONenICn3z1ysad9iU5b6AiPOsyjotAUfEYF-uMLx3pPA0Eot1hiStybauBxlPDljPbH9RK6oyclRvCJLyb_dOBX-hhprrwj76wztZo-lm7fqu0gOJKms_g8M9p_dbJ5wBZ_PzQHnH54atNQdPKuifSOPjZjQFdIZswXETxdWc=w400-h266" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div></div><div><b><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: x-large;">Self Advocacy and Needs</span></b></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Needs are the things in life that keep us fulfilled and happy. Knowing what we need to feel our best gives us the opportunity to adjust our situation if our needs are not being met.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Being a good self-advocate has big benefits for kids and adults who learn and think differently. People who know how to self-advocate are more likely to do well in school, work, and life. They often feel confident in what they're learning and doing.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Self-advocacy has three key elements:</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Understanding your needs</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Knowing what kind of support might help</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Communicating these needs to others</b></span></li></ul></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Self-advocacy also creates independence. And it empowers people to find solutions to problems that others might not be aware of.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If I can help in any way, please reach out to me at ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu or 817 949 4500.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Elizabeth Johnston</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>JES Counselor</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: x-large; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrIAk4_uB7H0EdIbUklSlF6CAjqhTmukst3ANjtnkjpQ-VI4i-O9MedBuooib7TA0DBSfjAg468BhwTdVkq9L-XCjJgBqWGrKjotzf0YG8Nu_iL1op5tLVvhoDJcnh-1-jEiVHAi5SV9LnIJV-NJ073ia6RS77Y8dbtCGGL3UDYy1tzsVG27zorfc=s512" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="512" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrIAk4_uB7H0EdIbUklSlF6CAjqhTmukst3ANjtnkjpQ-VI4i-O9MedBuooib7TA0DBSfjAg468BhwTdVkq9L-XCjJgBqWGrKjotzf0YG8Nu_iL1op5tLVvhoDJcnh-1-jEiVHAi5SV9LnIJV-NJ073ia6RS77Y8dbtCGGL3UDYy1tzsVG27zorfc=s320" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /><b>Report Concerns Anonymously - Carroll ISD is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment. STOPit is an anonymous reporting tool for students, parents, and community members to report concerns about self-harm, suicidal thoughts, bullying, harassment, drugs, violence, weapons, theft, or any other potential threat to school safety. To ensure that we can respond to threats in a timely way, we request that all reports be made as soon as possible. If you need to report an emergency please immediately dial 911. Also, please note that while all reports made through STOPit will be answered as expeditiously as possible, there may be a response delay for reports received outside of school hours, over the weekend, or during holidays.</b></span></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><br /></div>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-71247923422617511272022-01-04T09:54:00.001-08:002022-01-04T11:11:39.872-08:00<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b> Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Welcome Back from Winter Break! Happy New Year!</span><span style="font-size: large;"> The children seem excited to be back at school after a long winter's vacation. It is SO good to see everyone! We look forward to the next few months of intense focus and learning. It is a great time of year to set new goals and work toward them. Goals that are <u>written down </u>are much more likely to be achieved.</span></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>As you set your mind on 2022, maybe you can set some intentions for the days ahead. Intentions are great as they guide our actions and provide us a sense of clarity on how we want to go about reaching our goals. If intentions are new for you, maybe try tomorrow morning by setting an intention for the day ahead. Consider how you want to feel at the end of the day. Joyful? Productive? Kind? Write your intention somewhere so that you will be reminded throughout the day. If you begin to lose focus, don't give up, just move in a direction to get back on track. Let your intention encourage and ground you. Remember to be kind to yourself in 2022 and let your light shine. </b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjzzDOOnZGhEj9BP-_1lRwemh9q8BbisV19IGLYU8kXbBTEdbjV5uSSyQgciJBgeiEzn72f862wvCnFB5K1JT6U9Vt0eTV3cHAEzBj8idmStorT_eaKM2uSSUisBlSZYZaj7rYPBB2WH08H5ExeOhF63tnE7NZJnqExtSU4VaFPkfNmGtPQWLz9_ig=s492" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="486" data-original-width="492" height="316" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjzzDOOnZGhEj9BP-_1lRwemh9q8BbisV19IGLYU8kXbBTEdbjV5uSSyQgciJBgeiEzn72f862wvCnFB5K1JT6U9Vt0eTV3cHAEzBj8idmStorT_eaKM2uSSUisBlSZYZaj7rYPBB2WH08H5ExeOhF63tnE7NZJnqExtSU4VaFPkfNmGtPQWLz9_ig=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p><span style="color: #93c47d;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">SELF-CONTROL - <i>choosing to do what you should even when you don't want to. </i></span></b></span><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;">SELF-CONTROL is our character trait for January. We will be tying self-control and goal setting together in our lesson this month. This is a great character trait to consider with all ages.</span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;">No matter what your age we can choose to do what we should even when we don't want to. This works when thinking about making New Years's Resolutions. Sometimes our goals may be hard to stick to, but we must practice self-control in hopes that we will reach our dreams!</span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;">What is the key to health, wealth, and success? Many students want to know. Provide students with knowledge and experiences that will help make them well-rounded, informed, and critically thinking adults. We can teach them about self-control.</span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;">What is self-control? Self-control is the capacity to override an impulse in order to respond appropriately.</span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;">Self-control has three main parts:</span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span> *Monitoring involves keeping track of your thoughts, feelings, and actions.</span><br /></span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span> *Standards are guidelines that steer us toward desirable responses. Our standards originate from society and culture.</span><br /></span></span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span><span><span> *Strength refers to the energy we need to control our impulses. Numerous factors affect our self-control strength, such as mental exhaustion and stress.</span></span></span></span></b></p><p><br /></p><p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0YNbdlIcVON7DhE3cKX1l1kKYkxkUt6FMbXQ3hGHIGGBX2m1F74GWShyb5dT6qQW5GKFsYldEgOa52d6pzwJSkM9S3K43mhivWw84Vt0EnIpr2nC7XvunCCUgqh9PD_mb3J5ddTwjED-TyKs-iezSRHzYenoRjZsgpxJzOVAZjfcJXhXotXI7SQw=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0YNbdlIcVON7DhE3cKX1l1kKYkxkUt6FMbXQ3hGHIGGBX2m1F74GWShyb5dT6qQW5GKFsYldEgOa52d6pzwJSkM9S3K43mhivWw84Vt0EnIpr2nC7XvunCCUgqh9PD_mb3J5ddTwjED-TyKs-iezSRHzYenoRjZsgpxJzOVAZjfcJXhXotXI7SQw=w400-h225" width="400" /></a></p><p><b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Thank you for your support for the Super Servers Dollar Drive.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> Over $1300 was collected from students and staff and the PTO added in $400 to make a grand total of over $1700. The Ambassadors of Kindness presented a small gift, handmade cards, and gift cards to the cafeteria ladies and custodians during fourth-grade lunch before we left for break. They were so appreciative and impressed that the children made the cards and earned the money.</span></span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjs8g7pkh2bHRisSqKX8hBbIBexp2JDvxN9Hmmwk7KCzxuWUPn8q-bPwf-3Un8cByxlrL6MjLMPsA88PgCORCzVQXi9HAeJNWtTaEfzZXjQYOFlOh1cEqrFOc9u9M5IHhmnxYIpxGvDuyaAjovx1T-vLhjNlyi3_CgdNAuDtmJmy0BP8SyT1S6hDR0=s1800" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1800" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjs8g7pkh2bHRisSqKX8hBbIBexp2JDvxN9Hmmwk7KCzxuWUPn8q-bPwf-3Un8cByxlrL6MjLMPsA88PgCORCzVQXi9HAeJNWtTaEfzZXjQYOFlOh1cEqrFOc9u9M5IHhmnxYIpxGvDuyaAjovx1T-vLhjNlyi3_CgdNAuDtmJmy0BP8SyT1S6hDR0=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If I can help in any way, please reach out to me at Ziba.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>JES Counselor</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>817 949 4500</b></span></p></div>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-24109293289106660192021-12-05T05:37:00.001-08:002021-12-05T05:48:53.347-08:00<p><b><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;">Dear JES Family and Friends,</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: x-large;">December with a Focus on Service</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Our character trait for this month is SERVICE - lending a hand to help someone else. We are giving our students the challenge of earning a dollar to give toward a gift for our cafeteria ladies and our custodians. We are calling our outreach project JES Super Servers Dollar Drive. Our Ambassadors of Kindness will be visiting each classroom to talk with the students about our dollar drive. Please help us by helping your child earn a dollar to share.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjy0jrgxtp4biWYENn5RktMpN6jJcAI_jjWU_Huxanggbz8iWsZEqH7oRhrcToaIwKwxKlhl4TBJAhZ9uOIgeZVAtwrlcM8E2v6Pq8oS_8KKK5CGyiGqCiUA9a3s6UGD-P-Az35KJbTP6RiET0ZhiujQdk39m3eyW_fyEuJnUvZTuq5MaT2AAcR-yQ=s1400" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1400" data-original-width="1082" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjy0jrgxtp4biWYENn5RktMpN6jJcAI_jjWU_Huxanggbz8iWsZEqH7oRhrcToaIwKwxKlhl4TBJAhZ9uOIgeZVAtwrlcM8E2v6Pq8oS_8KKK5CGyiGqCiUA9a3s6UGD-P-Az35KJbTP6RiET0ZhiujQdk39m3eyW_fyEuJnUvZTuq5MaT2AAcR-yQ=w309-h400" width="309" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiMMRWk0_fvLMGuCol4mzjBD5roBWqKm_S6mHeSCWROdbWkz_eVIQVkn4KlxnYoM5hSSSyCR-7yKrdtmnuifCtLrkYk9C9zI4PBODdkxdVZEESHSWlpoaSvKiRmLT-7F7d9k7L1w72JfeLpQ-ua3jgu0gWGWgbkOha1Etb_lXkz4JbzIi-JLLFQf3E=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><b><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiMMRWk0_fvLMGuCol4mzjBD5roBWqKm_S6mHeSCWROdbWkz_eVIQVkn4KlxnYoM5hSSSyCR-7yKrdtmnuifCtLrkYk9C9zI4PBODdkxdVZEESHSWlpoaSvKiRmLT-7F7d9k7L1w72JfeLpQ-ua3jgu0gWGWgbkOha1Etb_lXkz4JbzIi-JLLFQf3E=w400-h225" width="400" /></b></a></div><span style="font-size: x-large;">JES Angel Tree Update -</span><span style="font-size: large;"><b> all of our angels have been chosen! Thank you for your generosity. All of the children associated with Johnson will have gifts during the winter holiday because of your kindness. The wrapped gifts are due back on December 6th.</b></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>If you are interested in other opportunities for service at JES, consider getting involved in The Gifting Project. There is more information and a sign-up genius on the J-List.</b></span></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;"><i>The Value of Service for Students </i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i>The definition of serving others is where we show love and kindness to everyone. It means you are doing something primarily for the benefit and goodwill of another person or group of people. When we serve, we look outside of ourselves beyond our own problems and seek to bring value to others. Studies save shown that there are mental and physical health benefits to serving, like reducing depression, lowering blood pressure, and lengthening your lifespan. Putting other peoples' needs before your own also strengthens your relationships. The holiday season is a great time to extend service to others. This can be done through donations to local food banks, shelters, and non-profit organizations that support those in need. Donating time to feed the homeless or to participate in a program that supports a cause that you may want to promote is very helpful. A mentorship is also a valuable form of service that can inspire and empower the next generation of contributors.</i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i>The importance of community service lies in the fact that it connects us to the community by improving it and making it a better place for all of us to live in. Here are some other ways that community service can be beneficial:</i></span></b></p><p><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana;"><i><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span> *</span>Provides you with the chance to improve skills important for <span>a </span>workplace, such as communication and organizational skills, </span></b><b><span style="font-size: large;">teamwork, planning, problem-solving, and task management.</span></b></i></span></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i><span> *</span>It's a perfect opportunity to become closer to the community you live in.</i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i><span> *</span>Community service broadens your horizons by helping you understand the needs of the society and the population you are trying to help through the project you are volunteering on.</i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i><span> *</span>An easy way to make friends is through activities you perform together. Not only would you be helping the ones in need, but you would also be able to meet some other volunteers.</i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i><span> *</span>Opportunity to receive work-related knowledge and skills</i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i><span> *</span>Opportunity to create a good reference for potential employers.</i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><i>If you are looking for an opportunity to help out the ones in need, improve your community, and acquire new knowledge and skills, consider performing community work. Habitat for Humanity is one of many local non-profits that you can look into. They offer a wide variety of volunteer opportunities depending on your time and preferences.</i></span></b></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you for all you do to make Johnson the wonderful, caring, and kind place that it is. I am honored to work with such dedicated teachers and staff who have the welfare of the children constantly at the forefront of their thoughts.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Have a wonderful December and winter break!</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>As always, if I can help in any way, please let me know.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba Johnston</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>JES Counselor</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: large;"><b>817 949 4500</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #b4a7d6;">Ziba. Johnston@southlakecarroll.ed</span>u</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCapTySy4kVr55E6ETHv_QOPCL9uzwsaoS83LbCIY033IpRVFoLA68Qk4zDb_3NTKcp-on5Bw8rQs1ao66oWicpCYJ4FjyjLY4OREoIBvy-BqfpiCUipWPOpIWM8r79IYBM4SA4dlZ5ri-oCrgu8nKMLj2oGzeoAl3E4ugdCmofNTdfYUDOcASejI=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1448" data-original-width="2048" height="283" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiCapTySy4kVr55E6ETHv_QOPCL9uzwsaoS83LbCIY033IpRVFoLA68Qk4zDb_3NTKcp-on5Bw8rQs1ao66oWicpCYJ4FjyjLY4OREoIBvy-BqfpiCUipWPOpIWM8r79IYBM4SA4dlZ5ri-oCrgu8nKMLj2oGzeoAl3E4ugdCmofNTdfYUDOcASejI=w400-h283" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><b><br /></b></span><p></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-85807030779248692902021-11-14T05:06:00.000-08:002021-11-14T05:06:55.240-08:00<p><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-family: georgia;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #93c47d;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">NOVEMBER'S CORE ESSENTIALS CHARACTER TRAIT: CONTENTMENT </span><span style="font-size: large;">- Learning to be okay with what you have. Contentment is the state of being happy and satisfied. On Thanksgiving when you think about all you are grateful for, hopefully, you feel a sense of contentment. Contentment isn't an exciting kind of happiness, it's more like peaceful ease of mind. It's being satisfied with what you have, whatever that is.</span></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfm8KezB_aT7wcSqCgxI0TWVXFuEtI5PZOPMexkOLe_qq7bToMQ9LhQqP_sArZxKUQPV6BR1CA_sc9dmWBkUAjZjuvQZMIeT22rZyHvdJ5F2y7a0mQGTscIfb8pUSVRK1IEy2sVADzPHU/s640/Koala++landscape.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="640" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfm8KezB_aT7wcSqCgxI0TWVXFuEtI5PZOPMexkOLe_qq7bToMQ9LhQqP_sArZxKUQPV6BR1CA_sc9dmWBkUAjZjuvQZMIeT22rZyHvdJ5F2y7a0mQGTscIfb8pUSVRK1IEy2sVADzPHU/w400-h225/Koala++landscape.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: x-large;"><b><br />Ways you can practice contentment:</b></span><p></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;">Tell each family member why they make you happy.</span></b></p><p><b style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: large;">Write a letter to someone who makes you happy.</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Ask a friend to share something that makes them happy.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2jnaQy00lAzNrfsNxklmPnto8PNxuQLKG8o4QchgrnZGhqR5jrYS2f0kNpxhtHk2uXdgFfVpco-SNpJGOBXs8hU4X0uD2ofHEtI-yCK2ZtJqcGzUEJ8_lyZXObhE1yA_wReWTDNpkoZM/s620/Guidance+Counselor+NOT.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="620" height="172" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2jnaQy00lAzNrfsNxklmPnto8PNxuQLKG8o4QchgrnZGhqR5jrYS2f0kNpxhtHk2uXdgFfVpco-SNpJGOBXs8hU4X0uD2ofHEtI-yCK2ZtJqcGzUEJ8_lyZXObhE1yA_wReWTDNpkoZM/s320/Guidance+Counselor+NOT.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>The Evolution from "Guidance Counselor </b></span><div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b> to "School Counselor"</b></span><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>CISD Counselors want you to know that we follow a Comprehensive Plan that is mandated by Texas Education Agency. Carroll ISD provides a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes the academic and social/emotional growth of all students. Building on a Dragon tradition of excellence, the Carroll Independent School District will foster a safe, caring, and creative learning environment that inspires students to realize their full potential as they positively influence the world around them. School counselors work closely with administrators, teachers, parents, and the community to support the CISD mission and accomplish goals with a focus on academic success, college/career information, and personal/social development.</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>DELIVERY METHODS</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u><i>Guidance Education</i></u></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Lessons on a variety of topics; large-group consultations with students to help students develop their full educational potential.</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u><i>Responsive Services</i></u></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Individual counseling sessions; parent and student consultation regarding planning and goal-setting.</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><u><i>System Support</i></u></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Community outreach, parent education programs; teacher consultation. school improvement planning.</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Historically, the term "guidance counselor" was used to reference counselors working within the school system. These counselors' main role was to "guide" students to college: writing letters of recommendation and sending out transcripts. However, this role has evolved from a focus on post-graduation planning and administrative support to today's focus on embracing a comprehensive approach to optimize student outcomes in much more than just college planning. Focus areas include emotional support, family support, social development, academic guidance, and career planning. School counselors are now strong, collaborative members of an educational team to today's focus on embracing a comprehensive approach to optimize student outcomes.</i></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>I hope you have a wonderful season of thanksgiving that leads to greater contentment.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>If you would like to request a meeting or if I can be of assistance to you or your student in any way, please reach out to me.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: medium;"><b>Elizabeth Johnston</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: medium;"><b>817 949 4500</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #b4a7d6; font-size: medium;"><b>Ziba.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></div></div>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-7845487326940950472021-10-03T09:54:00.000-07:002021-10-03T09:54:28.282-07:00<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b> WOW! October is a BUSY month! There is always a lot of activity at school, but October is an especially busy month with testing for fourth graders and Red Ribbon Week! So let's get started unpacking the month!</b></span></p><p><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAjVEnR7Qym3VqHY9o3OqTHlGIZ6FAwwuu3xP4E3hmhWndTKWLEL8cbMRh_WV81eoNfQclyRtZyk34TN5xHd2sbsQdfq7muwiqBJcGXjmGSppKZSkqA_XVJ0pxAEIY7C3bLOOd5xcLQ34/s2048/Individuality+pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAjVEnR7Qym3VqHY9o3OqTHlGIZ6FAwwuu3xP4E3hmhWndTKWLEL8cbMRh_WV81eoNfQclyRtZyk34TN5xHd2sbsQdfq7muwiqBJcGXjmGSppKZSkqA_XVJ0pxAEIY7C3bLOOd5xcLQ34/s320/Individuality+pic.jpg" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><br /><b><br /></b></span><p></p><p><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: courier; font-size: x-large;">INDIVIDUALITY ~ discovering who you are meant to be</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>Our character trait for the month is INDIVIDUALITY defined as <i>discovering who you are meant to be. </i>We will be talking about how each person makes a difference. Some of us will discover a cure for cancer(I hope) and some of us will defend those oppressed and some of us will teach children. Whatever we do as children and adults, we impact the people around us. Whether it is smiling at the bus driver, giving a parent a hug, letting that car trying to merge into the flow, each one of us makes a difference. We will be talking in counseling lessons about how we can individually impact the world around us. </b></span></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: courier; font-size: large;"><b>I hope parents will view the Family Ezine sent from your classroom teacher at the first of each month to learn more about what we are discussing related to our monthly character traits.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><i>For Four Grade Parents</i></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><i>As I am sure you are aware, but as a reminder, CogAT and ITBS testing will be taking place this month. The Cognitive Abilities Test which measures a child's reasoning ability will be administered on October 6th. The ITBS or Iowa Test of Basic Skills will be administered on October 19th and 20th. The ITBS evaluates what the student has learned or achieved.</i></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><i>Some parents ask what you can do to help prepare your child for testing. Make sure your child is rested, has a good breakfast, and arrives at school on time. These may seem like small things, but they make the biggest difference. Then the student will do the rest! If you have any questions about testing, please let me know.</i></b></span></p><p><b><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;">DRAGONS GO BLUE! - October 13th</span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOHSjb5iAEJZYtk42Pff0bFkKsI9_TH0MbuGS6Ua0-iMnJ9aR3wibKPV-p_IrOfAfCArFyo59hWbEnZnnPMACl6_C0_epELJRGwo-6hxq4rzAQPhG8Ygw2d70-JCZ7pAJLj_er8vtbjvk/s420/Dragons+go+Blue.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="413" data-original-width="420" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOHSjb5iAEJZYtk42Pff0bFkKsI9_TH0MbuGS6Ua0-iMnJ9aR3wibKPV-p_IrOfAfCArFyo59hWbEnZnnPMACl6_C0_epELJRGwo-6hxq4rzAQPhG8Ygw2d70-JCZ7pAJLj_er8vtbjvk/s320/Dragons+go+Blue.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b><p></p><p><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;"><b>October is National Bully Prevention Month and National Stop Bullying Day is Wednesday, October 13th. This is the day that we encourage Dragons to Go Blue by wearing blue district-wide in support of Bully Preventions.</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="background-color: black;"><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">Click</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><a data-id="l-9077201588" href="https://nationaltoday.com/national-stop-bullying-day/" o-href="https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fnational-stop-bullying-day%2F" rel="nofollow" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;" target="_blank" track-href="https://www.smore.com/app/reporting/out/r9c8n?u=https%253A%252F%252Fnationaltoday.com%252Fnational-stop-bullying-day%252F&t=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fnational-stop-bullying-day%2F&w=w-2378263041&i=&l=l-9077201588">https://nationaltoday.com/national-stop-bullying-day/</a><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">for more information</span></span><span style="color: #555555; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">.</span></b></span></p><p><b style="background-color: black;"><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: red;">RED RIBBON WEEK - October 25th-29th</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;">! </span></span></span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="background-color: black;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg77yxqPspxsPGW5XA_LN48g_FGaYGMccU7ilyw99pCoiJBa-7ff6q1SqyqFz7UXQSCxr78z8IuKA2c_PZAWiPgV4C6npmsMbU5lBi7GfFq_UjNJxC86Snjk9Q0QO_S-q71nPSI459IwZY/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><img alt="" data-original-height="175" data-original-width="175" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg77yxqPspxsPGW5XA_LN48g_FGaYGMccU7ilyw99pCoiJBa-7ff6q1SqyqFz7UXQSCxr78z8IuKA2c_PZAWiPgV4C6npmsMbU5lBi7GfFq_UjNJxC86Snjk9Q0QO_S-q71nPSI459IwZY/" width="240" /></span></a></span></b></div><b style="background-color: black;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Carroll ISD's mission to keep students free from drugs includes teaching them how to resist peer influences, improve life skills, involving families, and providing opportunities to become involved in positive experiences with others in the school and community. Our lessons will address self-control, emotional awareness, communication skills, and social problem-solving skills.</span></span></b><p></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b style="background-color: black;"><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">The</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif; font-style: inherit;">Red Ribbon</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">Campaign® is the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation reaching millions of young people during</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif; font-style: inherit;">Red Ribbon Week</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">®.</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif; font-style: inherit;">Red Ribbon Week is</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">an alcohol, tobacco, and other drug and violence prevention awareness campaign observed annually in October in the United States. This year</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif; font-style: inherit;">Red Ribbon Week</span><span style="font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;">® will take place October 25th through the 29th.</span></b></span></p><p><span style="background-color: black; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Our focus at JES will be I Believe in Me! Happy, Healthy & Drugfree! We will be promoting making healthy choices and doing the right thing! Watch for ways to participate each day during the week of October 25th through the 29!</b></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: black; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>As always, if I can be of assistance, please let me know at ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll or 817 9494500.</b></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: black; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kind regards,</b></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: black; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba</b></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: black; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Elizabeth Johnston</b></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: black; font-family: Roboto, "Lucida Grande", arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>JES Counselor</b></span></span></p><p><br /></p><div class="widget widget-text-paragraph var-paragraph-image-left" id="w-2378263041" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; color: #505060; font-family: Roboto, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 10px; margin: 0px; padding: 10px 0px 0px;"><div class="pagegrid" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto; padding: 0px; position: relative; width: 700px;"><div class="row" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><br /></div><div class="clear" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; clear: both; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div></div></div><div class="widget widget-text-paragraph var-paragraph-standard" id="w-7312758857" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; background-color: white; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; color: #505060; font-family: Roboto, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 10px; margin: 0px; padding: 10px 0px 0px;"><div class="pagegrid" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto; padding: 0px; position: relative; width: 700px;"><div class="row" style="--tw-ring-color: rgba(0,199,218,0.5); --tw-ring-inset: var(--tw-empty, ); --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; border: 0px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><br /></div></div></div><p><br /></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-29054748006447688902021-08-29T08:26:00.001-07:002021-08-30T05:31:47.746-07:00INITIATIVE - September's Character Trait<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b> Dear Johnson Family and Friends,</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">We continue to welcome everyone back to school! What a successful start we have had to the beginning of the school year! We want parents and students both to feel comfortable at school. Let me know if I can help.</span></b></div><p></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNVYMCTAPfACzM2oGDga3eP5gEOH_jvoMP0U12IZDD6V2gT3l30g7VrnSmudL2gbpXaJ5upHv8WRhSzuvsnm7odFE2_8TgOnTZ-rOxj0nz2PN6xTr3qOKvLJVIycjKZK_V3rSN8vCkDs/s960/Charlie+pic.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="960" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNVYMCTAPfACzM2oGDga3eP5gEOH_jvoMP0U12IZDD6V2gT3l30g7VrnSmudL2gbpXaJ5upHv8WRhSzuvsnm7odFE2_8TgOnTZ-rOxj0nz2PN6xTr3qOKvLJVIycjKZK_V3rSN8vCkDs/w400-h266/Charlie+pic.JPG" width="400" /></a></span></p><p><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: x-large;">BE A DIFFERENCE MAKER!</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you to our PTO for having a back-to-school rally for our students! A special thanks to Melissa Moore and Anahita Hubbard and the PTO parents who decorated the auditorium. Thanks to Charlie the Dragon for making an appearance! The focus of the rally was on kicking off the Dragon Diamonds program to support kindness. Our Dragon Diamonds program acknowledges acts of kindness with a slip of paper (a Dragon Diamond)which goes into a weekly drawing for a chance to select a prize promoting kindness on our campus. We recited the Dragons Code and heard a story about how it only takes one person to make a difference. The lines of the story were "one seed to start a garden, one drop of water to start an ocean, one step to begin a journey, and one act of kindness to make a difference". Our kindness theme for this year is "I am a difference maker!"</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiarFVwMg9CL958ZxMdUgp6j6Abx2BtY-WDwePVE6RfHCr8Tsopxy9VVViIebdOWvpbtS3wJpIdYWqgJdm3br763gjMFRx0SyQ-ZJasKqsGa-cgx-qRiUSdrkzpPEd9emQVbMEiI9QY5bw/s720/DD+Theme+Differenc+Maker+pic.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><img border="0" data-original-height="398" data-original-width="720" height="217" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiarFVwMg9CL958ZxMdUgp6j6Abx2BtY-WDwePVE6RfHCr8Tsopxy9VVViIebdOWvpbtS3wJpIdYWqgJdm3br763gjMFRx0SyQ-ZJasKqsGa-cgx-qRiUSdrkzpPEd9emQVbMEiI9QY5bw/w457-h217/DD+Theme+Differenc+Maker+pic.JPG" width="457" /></span></a></div><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><br /></span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><b><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;">September's Core Essentials Character Trait Is Initiative</span></b><div><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;"><b>Taking initiative is doing the right thing without being told. Students who take initiative are self-starters, proactive, and are persistent in overcoming difficulties that arise in pursuit of a goal. Showing initiative can be a scary and exciting experience. The more you put yourself out there, the more chances you have of getting better grades, making friends, or earning trust with teachers. Furthermore, showing initiative early in life can help forge leadership skills and other talents as you grow and adapt.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;"><b>How do students show initiative at school? Getting involved in classroom discussions, asking and answering posed questions, putting forth extra effort into projects or homework, and making sure to engage in school activities and service projects is a great way to show initiative in school.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNNgdY-vXOHENX69OHB8PZ7IYAX6Dn00u5caLS1C_ws9H1mLrbQEEyaOUogaRBe21bHzuzHTDPPiOBY0QmQb6xgeeU8pM2ZpKrk3PuQpNaQpxN1W-H6ZslEpQu_QNYzTZEyn_j0_fGhOc/s550/Initiative+image+seahorse.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="550" data-original-width="416" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNNgdY-vXOHENX69OHB8PZ7IYAX6Dn00u5caLS1C_ws9H1mLrbQEEyaOUogaRBe21bHzuzHTDPPiOBY0QmQb6xgeeU8pM2ZpKrk3PuQpNaQpxN1W-H6ZslEpQu_QNYzTZEyn_j0_fGhOc/w484-h640/Initiative+image+seahorse.jpeg" width="484" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><b><span style="color: #fcff01; font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b><div><b><span style="color: #fcff01; font-size: x-large;">Identifying Our Strengths In Order To Build Success!</span></b></div><div><span style="color: #fcff01; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #fcff01; font-size: large;"><b>We believe that inside each person is a contribution waiting to be made. Gallop studies reveal that each of us has patterns in the way we think, feel, and behave. We are born with these patterns and when we feed them with skills and knowledge, they grow even stronger, and we can rely on them during times of need.</b></span></div><div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzFZjtFtXzhD_P-Pd4HeVmOeSmC8AYw0R4IJqNmQ7b0ifR8ns-yUxzOpouoT-c836hj5GVfxA1ddFjErCG7GVbeVayt440flVSbNfTUOtmyfsboP7y1c5wZ2dUR7sYPewC9HzdUqDIMvQ/s1240/S+for+Strength+image.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="697" data-original-width="1240" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzFZjtFtXzhD_P-Pd4HeVmOeSmC8AYw0R4IJqNmQ7b0ifR8ns-yUxzOpouoT-c836hj5GVfxA1ddFjErCG7GVbeVayt440flVSbNfTUOtmyfsboP7y1c5wZ2dUR7sYPewC9HzdUqDIMvQ/w400-h225/S+for+Strength+image.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If there is anything I can do to help, please reach out to me at 817 949 4500.</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba Johnston</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">JES Counselor </span></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu </span> </b></span> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgny-EGLxkodYv_XoLjCV9a_xeXcD0ClK0fJht8XOu24T8tOMC_WsM1pzELjqDp29fcdLG79jxIyiSV22Kw4KA7UVU6r1ObK-Vv-PgzJxceNCqo0GI5nZz_NwZ_RpgizN-ihAxJ4lr4UKI/s611/Dragon+Code.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="611" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgny-EGLxkodYv_XoLjCV9a_xeXcD0ClK0fJht8XOu24T8tOMC_WsM1pzELjqDp29fcdLG79jxIyiSV22Kw4KA7UVU6r1ObK-Vv-PgzJxceNCqo0GI5nZz_NwZ_RpgizN-ihAxJ4lr4UKI/s320/Dragon+Code.JPG" width="251" /></a></div><br /><br /></div></div></div>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-55480771588796033472021-08-22T10:46:00.002-07:002021-08-22T10:46:55.908-07:00<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b> Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Welcome Back to School DRAGONS!!!</span><span style="font-size: large;"> We are so excited to greet your student at school each day! Together we will make this a wonderful year. It is also great to have parents back in the building whether it is to volunteer or to assist your young one to class. We are so happy to have an open campus.</span></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Surviving the first full week of school </span><span style="font-size: large;">- Next week begins the first full days of school at JES. It is a special time. Time to get back on schedule, waking the children up and eating a hurried breakfast, finding the right outfit and making it to the bus or to the car drop-off line on time, completing homework, and rushing off to after-school activities. Focus on the morning routine. Give yourself some extra time until the new routine is established.</span></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>You can expect your child to be tired in the afternoon. This is totally normal. We will build our stamina as the weeks go by.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If I can help in any way, please don't hesitate to reach out.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba Johnston</b></span></p><p><b style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: x-large;">JES Counselor</b></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>817 797 4500</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1i77gPHtDEAgRQm_Q42hHOTVyVtT2uaWpm8aaHTPhqGFpHHv2kko4y2QFsJlI7rxUiO9WdiTyDBJOhvC_hhE75lQZugsIIESl7spked68H-3bpuZXWAwCMdKEyLmmCjO1bR4vcnliw2w/s1920/wisdom+character+trait.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1i77gPHtDEAgRQm_Q42hHOTVyVtT2uaWpm8aaHTPhqGFpHHv2kko4y2QFsJlI7rxUiO9WdiTyDBJOhvC_hhE75lQZugsIIESl7spked68H-3bpuZXWAwCMdKEyLmmCjO1bR4vcnliw2w/w511-h288/wisdom+character+trait.jpg" width="511" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><b><br /></b></span><p></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-49129929501303734702021-06-01T06:28:00.000-07:002021-06-01T06:28:15.735-07:00<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> <span style="font-size: large;"><b>Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>The end of this unusual school year is here! Who would have ever believed that we would have a school year where children and staff wore masks and children sat behind a protective shield? It all sounds so foreign and I am looking forward to a return in August with all of the precautious set-aside. </b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>I hope you have rest and relaxation in your plans for the summer! Both staff and students deserve some downtime to recalibrate and get reenergized for a new school year. Remember to encourage your students to read, read, read this summer! Reviewing those math facts will be important too! Learning is fun and we can help our students by making it a fun time spent together.</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Have a Joyful June and a wonderful summer break! I look forward to seeing you in August!</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPjt_ujiuMGTPMcTigP0V9XBBjCfkiNRCyhPqdmjAn_v0u8Yr_T4IO9LP87s6ez2qoc7uVzesJqYNitJ8EoaW6FcQ1QLUOzqJLa6hpTGW-wsL8BKILLU4-1L7IsF6LXZ5pz8eioxR1Jf4/s2048/Joyful+June+calendar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><img border="0" data-original-height="1448" data-original-width="2048" height="307" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPjt_ujiuMGTPMcTigP0V9XBBjCfkiNRCyhPqdmjAn_v0u8Yr_T4IO9LP87s6ez2qoc7uVzesJqYNitJ8EoaW6FcQ1QLUOzqJLa6hpTGW-wsL8BKILLU4-1L7IsF6LXZ5pz8eioxR1Jf4/w482-h307/Joyful+June+calendar.jpg" width="482" /></b></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kind regards,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba Johnston</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>817 949 4500</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-60199561833726142232021-04-17T06:11:00.001-07:002021-04-17T06:11:58.389-07:00<p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> <span style="font-size: large;">Dear JES Family and Friends,</span></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Our character trait for April is PEACE </span></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">As we begin to have warmer weather and play on the playground more it is important for our students to work toward playing peacefully. Our definition of peace is <i>proving you care more about each other than winning an argument</i>. Teaching our children to listen to their classmates and respond with the golden rule in mind is good practice.</span></span></b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqQjlKCqwgpo203prqipBD51X8xydAbKc3nviojXbdpMihVZkgwakye6gjvPSdhNVWNbKjOZU0GL8Ea9uU88t67JFfOo-FwEW8uI2iM-ovaBwlwBrGjimjLH4c2uglER49rqDcVZW0PPg/s1920/April+peace+image.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqQjlKCqwgpo203prqipBD51X8xydAbKc3nviojXbdpMihVZkgwakye6gjvPSdhNVWNbKjOZU0GL8Ea9uU88t67JFfOo-FwEW8uI2iM-ovaBwlwBrGjimjLH4c2uglER49rqDcVZW0PPg/w459-h258/April+peace+image.jpg" width="459" /></a></div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: x-large;"><b>ACTIVITY CALENDAR FOR APRIL</b></span><div><b style="color: #93c47d; font-size: x-large;">Here are some great suggestions to have some fun and get exercise.</b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5UT6ZletzfjzEx2-2qvr655j-6Ew1zW2cAGss3ty6FSE6XGjJGZPkK9c5dZDrjuh0wEcoiofMu8_3wbiBifmQ95APUvoz1swI5FCPriOPIOhyFIqoUpxnyuz2EKyKl2V6rly5wI7GSGw/s464/April+calendar.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="328" data-original-width="464" height="273" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5UT6ZletzfjzEx2-2qvr655j-6Ew1zW2cAGss3ty6FSE6XGjJGZPkK9c5dZDrjuh0wEcoiofMu8_3wbiBifmQ95APUvoz1swI5FCPriOPIOhyFIqoUpxnyuz2EKyKl2V6rly5wI7GSGw/w387-h273/April+calendar.png" width="387" /></a></div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: x-large;"><b>A Big Thank You!</b></span><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><i>It is hard to find words that adequately express how much I appreciate all of your kind wishes, prayers, cards, flowers, and gifts. I am working on getting well, gaining strength to prepare for the next step of my treatment. Please continue to pray that I would return to wellness so I can get back to school in August. Again, thank you for all of your kindness during this challenging time.</i></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba Johnston</b></span></div></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></div>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-20870270309907046902021-01-31T06:07:00.000-08:002021-01-31T06:07:57.016-08:00February's Character Trait - KINDNESS<p><b> <span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Dear JES Family and Friends,</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">Our character trait for the month is KINDNESS which is defined as <i>showing others they are valuable by how you treat them</i>. Although there is a focus on kindness every month at JES, we will be talking about the difference that being kind can make to everyone around us. The good news is that it doesn't cost anything! We can show kindness with our words and our actions on a daily basis. It only takes a smile to make a difference in someone's day. We never know where our act of kindness will go in a chain reaction of goodwill.</span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEaBNJRE9Q42l75Hr5pyO4EVFlelpUOIwGMw9Cb_iGenAMQl46JGH8p6X-EpEP4Ftm4iOT2dn-n8UVnBAzV3hQ6H0k8xwp8MhuPGl8Bmb1mbxqp04Q4kmAUY0qZudtseKEhKs4rJQYfrE/s2048/Kindness+vertical+pic+ele.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1583" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEaBNJRE9Q42l75Hr5pyO4EVFlelpUOIwGMw9Cb_iGenAMQl46JGH8p6X-EpEP4Ftm4iOT2dn-n8UVnBAzV3hQ6H0k8xwp8MhuPGl8Bmb1mbxqp04Q4kmAUY0qZudtseKEhKs4rJQYfrE/w309-h400/Kindness+vertical+pic+ele.jpg" width="309" /></span></b></a></div><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><br /></span></b><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: x-large;">Dragon Diamonds Kindness Incentives</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">Each day at JES acts of kindness are acknowledged by the teachers and staff. Students are given a Diamond Dragon slip of paper rewarding them for an act of kindness beyond the usual. An example is comforting a student who is upset or holding the door outside for all of the grade level to come into the building. </span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">Each Friday, there is a live drawing during morning announcements and one lucky student is selected from each grade to come to the Friendship Bench and choose a prize. The whole campus is bubbling with excited anticipation in hopes of being selected. We have thousands of slips on display representing many acts of kindness around our campus. This program is supported by the JES PTO who makes it possible. Thank you JES PTO and Audra Snead! We strive to acknowledge and reward acts of kindness - both big and small.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">February's Outreach Act of Kindness</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Our students will be making cards and table centerpieces for a local assisted living facility during art class. Thank you, Mrs. Katie Campbell, for helping with this opportunity for the students to do something kind for our Senior citizens.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">If I can help in any way, please don't hesitate to reach out.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Happy Valentine's Day!</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Ziba Johnston</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Counselor </span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">817 949 4500</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Elizabeth.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</span></b></p><p><br /></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-50243606057401055732021-01-10T06:20:00.001-08:002021-01-10T06:21:23.567-08:00WELCOME BACK to School in the New Year 2021! <span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Dear JES family and friends,</b></span><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>We are happy to be back and see the children's smiling eyes whether at school or virtually. We also have many new students at JES! I want to share a special welcome to each of their families. </b></span></div><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Check out this calendar of simple ideas to nurture happiness this month.</b></span></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Qqx61YsCtBFXiHb_ZxakRzbVm06cnN4TRDN9oxOcxSaUyXWzHK93JbfFzRUd8Jon1z4AVxZ7OYANgfJdTz6TJSjWvEukFVAdl_h1pvcPBreBWpGAQKPD5I4ppFmhzuKWII-lLvxoMVM/s2048/January+Happiness+calendar.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1448" data-original-width="2048" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Qqx61YsCtBFXiHb_ZxakRzbVm06cnN4TRDN9oxOcxSaUyXWzHK93JbfFzRUd8Jon1z4AVxZ7OYANgfJdTz6TJSjWvEukFVAdl_h1pvcPBreBWpGAQKPD5I4ppFmhzuKWII-lLvxoMVM/w418-h302/January+Happiness+calendar.jpg" width="418" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #bf9000;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">RESPONSIBILITY </span><span style="font-size: large;">is our character trait for January. Our definition is <i>proving you can be trusted with what is expected of you. </i>The students will be seeing videos and having discussions about responsibility with their classmates. We will share stories about developing responsibility and why it is an important character trait.</span></span></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28-tVf-dcwaZnXi3RWa2rHOaS_tFeP0ZUKaDdP_Qx-DHsRhSRSSUUXSWeqQfSh9VQhD7BD0hCOhQWGnUaZOCS9waOKwremH-Ah20JRWZI9Y6VO4WOCz_OIjRluQnfK1Xnbd5oO9ZFDUI/s2048/Resonsibility+Image.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1583" height="396" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28-tVf-dcwaZnXi3RWa2rHOaS_tFeP0ZUKaDdP_Qx-DHsRhSRSSUUXSWeqQfSh9VQhD7BD0hCOhQWGnUaZOCS9waOKwremH-Ah20JRWZI9Y6VO4WOCz_OIjRluQnfK1Xnbd5oO9ZFDUI/w308-h396/Resonsibility+Image.jpg" width="308" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: x-large;">Project Gratitude </span><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">- Thanks to the hard work of our students and the generosity of their families we were able to give our custodians and cafeteria ladies a gift and gift card before they left for winter break. Thank you for your kind generosity.</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidf4aNbtYeJ2ErKZeo-bup676_valGr5mrrsh6b-Tce0ey5MpOCwEjqEBUDv7JC0Q6JmmGlk4FUQMJnhq6nGewTC2NoW1XHZthyMmLO3K4IJGdmG-4xzqwTrZc479hRYt0-mKkfLPnyE8/s2002/Project+ladies.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1298" data-original-width="2002" height="205" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidf4aNbtYeJ2ErKZeo-bup676_valGr5mrrsh6b-Tce0ey5MpOCwEjqEBUDv7JC0Q6JmmGlk4FUQMJnhq6nGewTC2NoW1XHZthyMmLO3K4IJGdmG-4xzqwTrZc479hRYt0-mKkfLPnyE8/w320-h205/Project+ladies.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If I can help you in any way, please feel free to reach out to me at ZIBA.JOHNSTON@SOUTHLAKECARROLL.EDU OR 817 949 4500.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-27270847503156435592020-12-13T05:33:00.000-08:002020-12-13T05:33:16.354-08:00December's Character Trait ~ Generosity <p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"> Dear JES Family and friends,</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">PROJECT GRATITUDE: Mission accomplished!</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">T</span></b><b><span style="font-size: large;">he generosity of our JES students and their families never ceases to amaze! PROJECT GRATITUDE was a great success! Our students and staff contributed $956 toward a gift to give to our Custodians and Cafeteria Ladies to show our appreciation for all that they do in their vital roles at JES. </span></b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">The Fourth Grade DVA Ambassadors of Kindness will make thank you cards and the Face-to-Face Ambassadors will present the handmade cards, a holiday gift, and a Walmart gift card to each one. The gifts will be delivered during fourth-grade lunch before leaving for winter break.</span></b></span></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Thank you Johnson family for your generosity and kindness! Thank you, also, to the JES PTO for contributing $500 to add to the gift cards for a grand total of $1,456</span>.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">GENEROSITY </span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">Our definition is <span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>making someone's day by giving something away</i></span>. We are discussing in our counseling lessons together gratitude and generosity and how they go hand in hand when you consider the mental health value of these traits. As we consider how important it is to acknowledge the things for which we are grateful, we also discuss sharing what we have. I hope you will talk with your child/children about the importance of generosity and ways that your family expresses their generosity.</span></b></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEiCWMOe-AmUl-vC2yLk_JpABq5AGb1fLMkV60Ww-E_5uFwN45uK2DJqJEJXoBH2dQUeSJqafCs4dYveLU1ZDtDQm3nfxQ6RFAKDSI9pJooPYiFhyphenhyphenNc50T_8EzWFbfleZdjr-ORhueYco/s1920/GenerosityCore_Dec20.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEiCWMOe-AmUl-vC2yLk_JpABq5AGb1fLMkV60Ww-E_5uFwN45uK2DJqJEJXoBH2dQUeSJqafCs4dYveLU1ZDtDQm3nfxQ6RFAKDSI9pJooPYiFhyphenhyphenNc50T_8EzWFbfleZdjr-ORhueYco/w400-h225/GenerosityCore_Dec20.jpg" width="400" /></a></b></div><b><span style="font-size: large;">ANGEL TREE Gifts Delivered!</span></b><p></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">Thank you for your contribution to our Angel Tree. It was a little challenging to get them fulfilled, but with the help of Anita Hubbard and her Angel Tree helpers, we got all of our wishes granted! Thanks to Anita and all of those who helped her, our wish list requests have been fulfilled. And thanks to each one of you who picked an angel. Thank you, again, JES Family for your generosity!</span></b></p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIZNX0He_pkNn-zooyFSX75JvWk5f9qN4hJ3EOTkSWivSd848eRncLpJM3rjw1-yF3KcrNT5_Jma_nIlq0BMaMS0UMdRwHSFCY8DEwhTQZZUOXGz3kZXK72HCoXH5l0Fhsh5OtST0xM8k/s233/angel+tree+pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="233" data-original-width="216" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIZNX0He_pkNn-zooyFSX75JvWk5f9qN4hJ3EOTkSWivSd848eRncLpJM3rjw1-yF3KcrNT5_Jma_nIlq0BMaMS0UMdRwHSFCY8DEwhTQZZUOXGz3kZXK72HCoXH5l0Fhsh5OtST0xM8k/w297-h320/angel+tree+pic.jpg" width="297" /></a></b></div><b><br /><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Have a wonderful holiday break. If I can help you in any way, you can reach me by phone or email.</span></b><p></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Kindest regards,</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Ziba Johnston</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">JES Counselor</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">817 949 4500</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-71936470976210386672020-11-08T05:45:00.000-08:002020-11-08T05:45:55.832-08:00<p><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> <span style="color: #8e7cc3;">November ~ A Time for Gratitude</span></span></b></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Dear JES Family and Friends,</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>PROJECT: GRATITUDE </b></span></p><p><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>To show our appreciation for our Custodians and Cafeteria staff we are asking each student to EARN $1 to help provide a gift! Our Custodians and Cafeteria staff work hard each day to keep our school clean and provide healthy meals for JES Dragons. The holidays are a perfect time to show them how grateful we are. Face to Face students can turn their money into their teacher. DVA students may place their dollar in a box marked Project: GRATITUDE in the atrium at JES during regular school hours. Our collection deadline is December 4th. Thank you for your GENEROSITY.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWxpUEHj2EDXDHpMIRhw_VKCDbF-fGfrujQBrYsmbBwXPzZmSOqJeHdRhpUbH7vZpokeyVQHR2QJsi_iTJpi0A492GS5lQLfiDXEK4NNOHPLkjZ4hSDfHfLMOwIsfJkcMuhs76JlkfERs/s1920/Shark+Gratitude+image.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWxpUEHj2EDXDHpMIRhw_VKCDbF-fGfrujQBrYsmbBwXPzZmSOqJeHdRhpUbH7vZpokeyVQHR2QJsi_iTJpi0A492GS5lQLfiDXEK4NNOHPLkjZ4hSDfHfLMOwIsfJkcMuhs76JlkfERs/s320/Shark+Gratitude+image.jpg" width="320" /></b></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: x-large;"><b>Emotional Health and Wellbeing of JES Students</b></span></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia;">My focus at JES each day is the emotional wellbeing of our students. Most of our students express great happiness at being back at school and appreciate being with their classmates and teachers whether in person or virtually. A few outwardly express worry about the virus especially when someone they know is sick. Then they express sadness. Children need to feel they know what is going on to a reasonable extent that is age-appropriate. I want to share this story with you as a resource. I think it is a good book to explain how viruses work.</span> </b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZD9KNhmOCV4"><b>The Yucky Bug by Julia Co</b>ok</a></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirW7_vpo8edDZSA8rnmNWQsH9wDblfM2RWguKbYCyr0uX6kHBxThKmvq9a8BdUg4TlMYo-LKS7v8WUD16QIHecuSqmXqhv2FiuK2JirN0665YUtV09nAzlPrt4EblfzrPSPr1nPIDe8a0/s558/The+Yucky+Bug3.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="558" data-original-width="544" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirW7_vpo8edDZSA8rnmNWQsH9wDblfM2RWguKbYCyr0uX6kHBxThKmvq9a8BdUg4TlMYo-LKS7v8WUD16QIHecuSqmXqhv2FiuK2JirN0665YUtV09nAzlPrt4EblfzrPSPr1nPIDe8a0/w200-h170/The+Yucky+Bug3.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOs7t_3_CiFMc1T0ACDA5kdGG8w8KpMVjeYT-yAyWGmPRXQUw41yhwzY5geCCkOx9Ik8DYtSPSqFYQVved6dXItkwS4_5jtyL9gd6otNhyemWhiV_LPkEQAcXbKPX86zotZ_Xxz-oy7c/s636/The+Yucky+Bug+1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="534" data-original-width="636" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOs7t_3_CiFMc1T0ACDA5kdGG8w8KpMVjeYT-yAyWGmPRXQUw41yhwzY5geCCkOx9Ik8DYtSPSqFYQVved6dXItkwS4_5jtyL9gd6otNhyemWhiV_LPkEQAcXbKPX86zotZ_Xxz-oy7c/w200-h192/The+Yucky+Bug+1.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOs7t_3_CiFMc1T0ACDA5kdGG8w8KpMVjeYT-yAyWGmPRXQUw41yhwzY5geCCkOx9Ik8DYtSPSqFYQVved6dXItkwS4_5jtyL9gd6otNhyemWhiV_LPkEQAcXbKPX86zotZ_Xxz-oy7c/s636/The+Yucky+Bug+1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOs7t_3_CiFMc1T0ACDA5kdGG8w8KpMVjeYT-yAyWGmPRXQUw41yhwzY5geCCkOx9Ik8DYtSPSqFYQVved6dXItkwS4_5jtyL9gd6otNhyemWhiV_LPkEQAcXbKPX86zotZ_Xxz-oy7c/s636/The+Yucky+Bug+1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOs7t_3_CiFMc1T0ACDA5kdGG8w8KpMVjeYT-yAyWGmPRXQUw41yhwzY5geCCkOx9Ik8DYtSPSqFYQVved6dXItkwS4_5jtyL9gd6otNhyemWhiV_LPkEQAcXbKPX86zotZ_Xxz-oy7c/s636/The+Yucky+Bug+1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: georgia;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; text-align: center;"><br /></span></p><p><b style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large; text-align: center;"><br /></b></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; text-align: center;">Below are some great ideas to help us look at things around us in a different way. </b><b style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; text-align: center;">We see things differently when we practice gratitude in our lives. If there is any way that I can help you, please feel free to contact me.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b>Ziba Johnston</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b>JES Counselor</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b>ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b>817 949 4500</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0slyTHLx1SvzCEINGBDUnrdoV9JqvCfKnOiVFjpGjg1zntG-VIuLs_Gu6QFAPiWyjIWnUGfAJyr1geoUZ3AebyW890EAXKtdFNSk4Uw1BLtYt60kMnTJ9fqHfeK5bn2dOyLYdp5yMXVQ/s2048/new+ways+november_2020.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1448" data-original-width="2048" height="453" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0slyTHLx1SvzCEINGBDUnrdoV9JqvCfKnOiVFjpGjg1zntG-VIuLs_Gu6QFAPiWyjIWnUGfAJyr1geoUZ3AebyW890EAXKtdFNSk4Uw1BLtYt60kMnTJ9fqHfeK5bn2dOyLYdp5yMXVQ/w640-h453/new+ways+november_2020.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNDSiP6BgBb2U4ZrtSwuIu-rzBGGHHyZrMbJoZSoi7IvbeuvS6Goj5eTumB0i77FUpTXmoSCoM7vkOoFbiL4f6_PbvM7mApbyP_pgZyLqoWIdz2UpykpAoQ9TPy1CD8bq2AkhkjkYN0xA/s583/Gratitude+change+circle.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="581" data-original-width="583" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNDSiP6BgBb2U4ZrtSwuIu-rzBGGHHyZrMbJoZSoi7IvbeuvS6Goj5eTumB0i77FUpTXmoSCoM7vkOoFbiL4f6_PbvM7mApbyP_pgZyLqoWIdz2UpykpAoQ9TPy1CD8bq2AkhkjkYN0xA/s320/Gratitude+change+circle.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-7442191162179894072020-10-01T14:30:00.000-07:002020-10-01T14:30:45.801-07:00<p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;"><b> Dear JES Family and friends,</b></span></p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">OCTOBER's Character Trait ~ INTEGRITY</span></b></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>October as always is shaping up to be a busy month! Our Character value for the month is INTEGRITY defined as <i>choosing to be truthful in whatev</i><i>er you say a</i><i>nd do. </i>Please check out the Family Ezine that was sent home by your child's classroom teacher to spark discussions reinforcing INTEGRITY.</b></span></p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2sV1gtgGL_OzJOvxKw4LwpYDmyAXFA-p7lLllem9B1OLKmJBy2ovac_HhmJpcdc0CZHQj0jJiq3yT_cVFpRLPpk6IU0_wSEUaEiQAH4gSYhZXS_WHNwx5VvbvGrHMCaFk_OMJQ7ozJ04/s2048/Integrity+pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1583" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2sV1gtgGL_OzJOvxKw4LwpYDmyAXFA-p7lLllem9B1OLKmJBy2ovac_HhmJpcdc0CZHQj0jJiq3yT_cVFpRLPpk6IU0_wSEUaEiQAH4gSYhZXS_WHNwx5VvbvGrHMCaFk_OMJQ7ozJ04/s320/Integrity+pic.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">CogAT and ITBS Testing Coming Up</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;">On October 6th all fourth graders will be taking the CogAT test. The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) measures students' learned reasoning abilities in the three areas most linked to academic success in school: Verbal, Quantitative and Nonverbal. On October 20th and 21st, the fourth graders will be taking the Iowa Test of Basic Skills or ITBS. Although the CogAT's primary goal is to assess students' reasoning ability, it can also provide predicted achievement scores when administered with the Iowa Tests. There are no special preparation you need to do at home for these tests. What you <u>can</u> do to help your student is make sure they are rested and present at school <i>on time</i> on testing days. Check your calendar and make sure that you have not scheduled doctor appointments during these days. Testing will take place during the morning when the students are fresh.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;">A parent letter was sent home last week about the upcoming tests that should address any questions you might have about the actual test and its purpose. Of course, if you have any questions, please contact me.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">RED RIBBON WEEK</span></b> <span style="font-size: medium;"><b>will be celebrated the last week of October. This is a district wide drug awareness celebration. We will kick off the week with a special message on our video announcements about Dragon Diamonds and Red Ribbon Week. Each day of the week we will emphasize the benefits of leading a drug free lifestyle by making good choices.</b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgUlRTd8pG_Me3ld9x_VSYzDzu0VK0u50qcq6SdadA9hAu2OTXy9wEygPMaIwJTgG5XOWzmeqLiVHFiB8WJ1SHwSbWt2s_2qd-9ew-xnhCgxHTE8DwNR3zetA258YdySJ0sNGPDy4hgvQ/s175/Red+Ribbon+Week+image.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="175" data-original-width="175" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgUlRTd8pG_Me3ld9x_VSYzDzu0VK0u50qcq6SdadA9hAu2OTXy9wEygPMaIwJTgG5XOWzmeqLiVHFiB8WJ1SHwSbWt2s_2qd-9ew-xnhCgxHTE8DwNR3zetA258YdySJ0sNGPDy4hgvQ/w274-h260/Red+Ribbon+Week+image.jpg" width="274" /></a></b></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">If I can assist you in any way, please contact me.</span></b></span><p></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;"><b>Kind regards,</b></span></p><p><b style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Ziba Johnston</span></b></p><p><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;"><b>Ziba.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</b></span></p>elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-58934325695255687182020-08-27T18:34:00.001-07:002020-08-27T18:36:16.259-07:00WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL!!!<div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Dear Johnson family and friends,</b></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Whether you are returning to JES face to face or are attending through the Dragon Virtual Academy, <i>welcome back to school</i>. We are so excited to see you! This is definitely an unusual start, but we are going to make this a great year!!!</b></span></div><div><span><b></b><span style="font-size: large;"></span><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"></span><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span style="font-size: large;">I want to give a special welcome to those who are <i>new - </i>whether a Kindergartener or have recently moved to the Southlake area. If there is any way that I can help</span> <span style="font-size: large;">with your family's transition, please let me know. </span></span></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1zSWhpTjNDsFSpPO_ITnezePvRrmYVY7Sw9Q4_5-lSegySXaTD-xiiBUV0UfqSTW7LPGpZ2a8gXhblJKfz93r7Y9-ltnTay8Rz0fj9Jhoa0Ms7CuLWs_KXl7Anx-Ywcy7PUtqYb_szV4/s1920/Friendship+Pic.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1zSWhpTjNDsFSpPO_ITnezePvRrmYVY7Sw9Q4_5-lSegySXaTD-xiiBUV0UfqSTW7LPGpZ2a8gXhblJKfz93r7Y9-ltnTay8Rz0fj9Jhoa0Ms7CuLWs_KXl7Anx-Ywcy7PUtqYb_szV4/w512-h288/Friendship+Pic.jpg" width="512" /></a></div></b></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">September's character trait is FRIENDSHIP.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><b> </b></span></span></div><div><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>This month we will focus on the importance of friends and how to be a friend. <i>Using your words and actions to show others you care.</i> Did you know that research shows the number one characteristic that people value in a friend is listening. The ability to listen is an important life skill.</b></span></span></div><div><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Please don't hesitate to reach out if I can assist you in any way!</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards,</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;"><b>Ziba</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;"><b>Elizabeth Johnston</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;"><b>Counselor</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: medium;"><b>Jack D. 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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>After a month and a half of distance learning and quarantining at home, it feels as if we are in a time warp! I hope that you are being kind to yourself, as you fill the many roles of parent, teacher, breadwinner, spouse, etc. You are doing a great job keeping everything going. We should not expect perfection of ourselves or our children as we live our lives giving our attention to the basic needs of our families and their general safety. It is natural that we focus our attention on the basics of healthy food, exercise and getting plenty of sleep.</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>However, I have to say when walking through the neighborhoods, it is nice to see siblings playing basketball, families biking together, and parents spending time with their children. It is as if the PAUSE button has been pushed. I see families cooking together, picnicing outside and enjoying the weather. Much gratitude for the lovely weather. Our pets are going to have a major adjustment when we all return to work and school!</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Life will be back to normal (maybe a new normal) before too long. I hope we remember the positives of what we learned through this pause. Maybe the positive is that you find that family is of ultimate importance, that our health is vital, and/or that we don't need <i>all</i> of those outside activities to be content.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>How appropriate that our character trait this month is DETERMINATION!?! DETERMINATION is defined as <i>deciding it's worth it to finish what you started</i>. My hope is you have decided to help your child finish the school year strong. Look for the Core Essential Value with information about determination coming this week from your child's teacher.</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">There are lots of resources with stories, songs and information about the value of DETERMINATION. </span><span style="font-size: large;">There is a great story about a 9 year old boy named Ezra French who has overcome obstacles of a birth defect at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekLpn4zKiNU">Ezra French</a> . There is a great summer read aloud <u>Jabari Jumps</u> at <span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; line-height: 107%;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1O-CE6czyE">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1O-CE6czyE</a> .</span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><span style="font-size: large;">Remember... I am here and would be glad to talk with you or your child about any concerns or questions you might have. You can reach me at: Elizabeth.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu or call 817 949 4504. Hang in there. We will get through this togethe</span><span style="font-size: large;">r.</span></span></span></b><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>First of all, I want to tell you all how much I miss each of you. I especially miss your smiling faces and hugs at the Friendship Bench each morning. We have wrapped up week 2 of long distance learning. The teachers report that you are working hard - both parents and students! The teachers are working very hard, as well. Seeing you during your class meetings gives me great joy! I plan on attending each class as often as possible. Look for me!</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o Kahn Academy - non-profit providing online learning</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o Desmos - free math learning</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o Scholastic Learn at Home</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o https://www.abcya.com/</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o PBS Kids learning games, videos, and at-home projects</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o Check out these stories and audiobooks available online (K-6th)</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o English Children’s Stories: https://www.storylineonline.net/ (elementary age)</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o Spanish Children’s Stories: https://www.thespanishexperiment.com/stories (elementary age)</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Making Drawing Fun!</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Online Education Resources (Google Sheet of resources - constantly being updated and mostly free!)</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Exploring Math & Science:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• 30 Day Lego Challenge</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Math Card Games (English)</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Math Card Games (Spanish)</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Gifted & Talented Enrichment Materials (lots of home projects & learning labs)</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Engineering activities to try at home</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Fun science experiments to do at home: http://www.sciencefun.org/kidszone/experiments/</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Engineering education specific ideas</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Easy Science Experiments using common household supplies</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Free on line calculator from Texas Instruments: https://education.ti.com/en/software/details/en/49ec565fc6f3417d87f54ca07a531acd/sda-ti-smartview-ce-ti-84-plus-family</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Courtesy of the NFL and the Dallas Cowboys:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• NFL PLAY 60 Virtual Field Trip – To check out previous episodes visit https://aha-nflplay60.discoveryeducation.com/</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o The NFL PLAY 60 Virtual Field Trip is an all access pass to behind the scenes of Super Bowl LIV in Miami. Huddle Up and Get Moving with NFL players, cheerleaders, American Heart Association volunteers and students.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• NFL PLAY 60 App – Available in the App Store or on Google Play</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>o With the NFL PLAY 60 App take real steps to move in the game, explore your surroundings and collect characters to build your ultimate team for competition. See your rank on the leaderboard as you run, jump, dance, catch and see your players do the same.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Family Activities – simple ways to encourage daily physical activity to keep everyone healthy.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Football Development Model 60 Ways to Play Guide: This guide is an interactive resource that uses basic exercises and programs to develop physical literacy. The exercises and games teach fundamental movement sills in an engaging manner, creating fun experience for participants.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Traveling the World, Virtually:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• 33 Virtual National Park Tours</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Google Maps street view will allow you to visit almost any destination around the world. Check out this view from Pompei.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Visit the Great Wall of China https://www.thechinaguide.com/destination/great-wall-of-china</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Virtually discover Yellowstone National Park https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/photosmultimedia/virtualtours.htm</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Tour England through this 360 video.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Go on a virtual field trip to Ellis Island.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Exploring Arts & History:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Check out https://artsandculture.google.com/</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• The Metropolitan Opera Will Stream Operas for Free</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Find a historical series or documentary on Netflix.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Tour these famous art museums online:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Louvre Museum, Paris https://www.louvre.fr/en/visites-en-ligne</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• National Gallery of Art, Washington DC https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/national-gallery-of-art-washington-dc?hl=en</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Metropolitan Museum of Art https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/the-metropolitan-museum-of-art</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/van-gogh-museum?hl=en</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Uffizi Gallery, Florence Italy https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/uffizi-gallery?hl=en</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• 12 Famous Museums that offer virtual tours!</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>Virtual Field Trips to Zoos and Aquariums:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>The Cincinnati Zoo is hosting Home Safari Facebook Live each weekday at 2:00pm</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• These zoos & aquariums have live cameras or virtual tours:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• San Diego Zoo https://kids.sandiegozoo.org/videos</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Zoo Atlanta Panda Cam https://youtu.be/_6wbfVWVk8Q</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Smithsonian’s National Zoo https://nationalzoo.si.edu/webcams</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Reid Park Zoo Lion Cam in Tuscon, AZ http://reidparkzoo.org/cameras/lion-cam/</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Ouwehand Park Polar Bear Cubs Rhenen, Netherland https://explore.org/livecams/polar-bears/polar-bear-ouwehand-twin-cubs-cam-2</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Monterey Bay Aquarium https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/animals-and-exhibits/live-web-cams</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Georgia Aquarium https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/webcam/ocean-voyager/</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• National Aquarium Virtual Tour http://samuraivirtualtours.com/example/nadc/index.html</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Virtual Tour of the Seattle Aquarium</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Outdoor Activities:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Create and compete in a backyard scavenger hunt with your siblings or neighbors.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Smash wildflowers to create wall art, bookmarks, or greeting cards.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Start a container garden for flowers or vegetables or make a fairy garden.</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;"><b>• Bark Owl Craft: https://www.firefliesandmudpies.com/bark-owl-craft</b></span></div>
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Kindergarten New Student Online Enrollment April 6-17 at <a href="https://www.southlakecarroll.edu/kindergarten">https://www.southlakecarroll.edu/kindergarten</a></h2>
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If I can help in any way, please email me at Elizabeth.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu. I am here for you and your children.</b></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Kindest regards and be well,</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Ziba Johnston</span></b><br />
<b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">JES Counselor </span></b><br />
<b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Elizabeth.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</span></b><br />
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elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-60529705994765563872020-03-19T13:38:00.001-07:002020-03-19T15:00:41.741-07:00<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>HELLO FROM HOME!!!</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Dear JES family and friends,</span></b><br />
<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #93c47d;"></span><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"></span><span style="color: #002000;"></span><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><br /></span></b></span>
<b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;">Did you EVER<i> dream </i>you would have an extended Spring Break? What an unexpected surprise for students, teachers, parents ... really everyone! Some of us enjoy surprises, but </span><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;">some of us do NOT. So it is a bit upsetting when we don't really know when we are going back to school. As of today, the return to school date is set for April 6th.</span></b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #93c47d;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><br /></span></span></b>
<b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;">U</span><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;">ntil we are back at school, let's use technology to keep us together while we learn. We can do this!!! We are strong, we are smart, we are JES!!!</span></b></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #93c47d;"></span><br /></span></b>
<b><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">This week we want to focus on taking care of ourselves. We want to avoid contact with people who are sick or might be exposed to the coronavirus. We are staying at home away from others. </span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #93c47d;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"></span><br /></span></span></b>
<b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;">Here are some other ideas for your family</span><span style="color: #93c47d; font-size: large;">:</span></b></span></span></i></span><br />
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<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Wash your hands for 20 seconds (which seems like a long time)</i></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Cover your mouth with your sleeve when you cough</i></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Eat a healthy diet</i></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Get plenty of rest</i></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Got lots of exercise (take your dog for a walk or go on a bike ride)</i></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Read a book</i></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Do some writing - write a note to someone you can't see right now</i></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>Be creative - enjoy art activities or have a dance party</i></span></b></li>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><i>Your parents need you to do your part ~ especially during this unusual tim</i>e. </span></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>This month's lesson on Forgiveness will be sent to you through the Core Essentials link from your teacher. Look for the lessons and videos sent home.</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>If you would like to schedule a phone call or a counseling session during this time, please email me at Elizabeth.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu .</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Kindest regards and a long distance hug to your student,</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"></span><br /></b></span>
<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Mrs. Johnston</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>@JES Counselor</b></span><br />
<b><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Elizabeth.Johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</span></b><br />
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<br />elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-20495236039596769252020-03-04T14:49:00.000-08:002020-03-04T14:49:37.901-08:00MARCH'S CHARACTER TRAIT ~ FORGIVENESS<div style="text-align: left;">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhluC_SrJXPAzHpVpv61itIdkWAhRFXWN3GGs6ThA2tEviPVsa0MQM0eAvBSKz5Lggq3CltXFj_hede49XUxpqhamtdaq150I5efL49IMo1vcjSC2BmOY8dmfCiNiMoOj_4G-JtCPCtMwU/s1600/Creativity+Image+Cameleon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; clear: left; float: left; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; letter-spacing: normal; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></a></div>
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Tahoma,Helvetica,FreeSans,sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">This month our focus is on FORGIVENESS defined </span></b></span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Tahoma,Helvetica,FreeSans,sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">as deciding that someone who has wronged you doesn't have to pay! We will be discussing how you would feel if others quickly forgave you when you made a mistake.</span></b></span></div>
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elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-44522291309016797442020-02-09T06:21:00.002-08:002020-02-09T06:21:46.563-08:00<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Dear JES family,</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: x-large;"><b>FEBRUARY'S CHARACTER TRAIT ~ CREATIVITY</b></span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhluC_SrJXPAzHpVpv61itIdkWAhRFXWN3GGs6ThA2tEviPVsa0MQM0eAvBSKz5Lggq3CltXFj_hede49XUxpqhamtdaq150I5efL49IMo1vcjSC2BmOY8dmfCiNiMoOj_4G-JtCPCtMwU/s1600/Creativity+Image+Cameleon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><b>This month our focus is on CREATIVITY defined as using your imagination to do something unique! We will be discussing how creativity is more than art. It is thinking outside the box to solve problems.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Please visit the link to the CISD K-6 Mental Health and Wellness newsletter to read more about creativity at: <a href="https://www.smore.com/p9jvu" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-family: Times New Roman; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: underline; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">https://www.smore.com/p9jv</a></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you for visiting the JES Counselor's Blogspot. If you have questions or concerns you can reach me at elizabeth.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu or 817 949 4500.</b></span><br />
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<u><span style="color: #000120;"></span></u><br />elizabeth.johnstonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03716388465310301332noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1400941707272451076.post-42136309198642749642019-12-23T05:50:00.001-08:002019-12-23T05:50:43.205-08:00<b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">Dear JES family,</span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-size: large;">I hope this finds you enjoying your Winter Break, having fun family time, and making great memories!</span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: x-large;">Ambassadors Sharing JES JOY!</span></span></b><br />
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>The Ambassadors of Kindness presented each cafeteria lady and each custodian a poinsettia, hand made cards, and a gift card. Thank you to all the students who earned the dollar and contributed to the dollar drive. </b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>We collected $528 and combined with a donation of $500 from PTO, we were able to give these staff members gift cards for $128.</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you, again, from the Ambassadors for contributing to JES JOY to honor these important people at our school!</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">As always, if I can assist you in anyway, you can reach me at elizabeth.johnston@southlakecarroll.edu</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Happy Holidays and kindest regards,</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><b>Ziba Johnston</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Helpful link on </b></span><a href="https://webmail.southlakecarroll.edu/owa/redir.aspx?C=3NbySutUSKTEo2trStCXyngiu2oo_d5S2BjHy0eojgtiSELzrYfXCA..&URL=https%3a%2f%2fwww.alive.com%2ffamily%2fholiday-mindfulness-for-kids%2f">Holiday Mindfulness for Kids</a></span><br />
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