Counselor’s Corner

November  2015  

Important Dates

 

Welcome to the Counselor’s Corner! Inside you will find important dates as

well as information to help your student succeed at Lakeview Jr. High School!

 Congratulations  to  the  November    

Students  of  the  Month!    

Each month Lakeview Junior High students are recognized as Students of the Month. These students are chosen for going above and beyond in areas such as academics and citizenship, for contributions to the school and community, and for being caring and respectful role models for other students. This is an opportunity for teachers and staff alongside parents to honor students demonstrating excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, attitude, behavior, responsibility, and character. Student of the Month names are listed on plaques and monthly pictures are posted in the entrance hallway of Lakeview. Thank you to students, parents, teachers, and staff for all you do to make Lakeview Junior High an exceptional place to learn!

 

Pictured  Above:  Amani  Yohanes,  JudeEblin,  Jullian  Lewis,  Allyson  VanHorn,  Elise  Drager,  Zhane  Wallace,  Leann  Barba  

November  20  Teen  Night,     7-­‐9:30pm    Holiday  Assistance  Applications  Due:  http://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/lakeview-­‐junior-­‐high/school-­‐counselors/  

November  25-­‐27  Thanksgiving  Break  

September  1    

December  17  

December  18  

End  of  2nd  Grading  Period/1st  Semester  

No  School-­‐Teacher  Record  Day  

 

 

 

   

Stress Management: Feeling Frazzled?!?

Tips for coping and managing stress

Tips for Junior High Students: There is a typical amount of stress everyone may experience.

However, for some students, stress may become overwhelming. Here are some tips that can help lower stress levels:

• Take a time-out. Practice yoga, listen to music, or learn relaxation techniques. Stepping back from the problem helps clear your head.

• Eat well-balanced meals. Do not skip any meals. Breakfast is an important way to start the day.

• Limit caffeine, which can aggravate anxiety and make it difficult for students to focus in the classroom setting.

• Get enough sleep. When stressed, your body needs additional rest. • Exercise daily to help you feel good and maintain your health. • Take deep breaths. Inhale and exhale slowly. • Count to 10 slowly. Repeat, and count to 20 if necessary. • Do your best. Focus on learning instead of perfection. • Accept that you cannot control everything. Put your stress in

perspective: Is it really as bad as you think? • Welcome humor. A good laugh goes a long way. • Maintain a positive attitude. Make an effort to replace negative

thoughts with positive ones. • Get involved. Participating in school groups creates a support

network and gives you a break from everyday stress. • Learn what triggers your anxiety. Write in a journal when you’re

feeling stressed and look for a pattern. • Talk to someone. Tell family and friends or a trusted adult you’re

feeling overwhelmed, and let them know how they can help you.  

Common Stressors in Junior High:

• Transition • Academic Pressure • Poor Sleeping/Eating

Habits • Balancing Full Schedules • Homework • Grades • Family Issues • Peer Relationships • Social Pressures • Electronics • Social Media

Signs/Symptoms of Stress Overload:

• Difficulties with sleep • Anxiety or panic attacks • Loss of interest • Headaches/stomachaches • Irritability/moodiness • Sudden changes:

appearance/grades/friends

Contacting  your  School  Counselor  

Mrs.  Sarah  Geiger-­‐  7th  grade              

614-­‐830-­‐2221  or  sarah_geiger@plsd.us  

Ms.  Amy  Cowles-­‐  8th  grade                  

 614-­‐830-­‐2222  or  amy_cowles@plsd.us