Social and Emotional SupportsAt PVMS the School Counselors provide a variation of support opportunities for students throughout the school year.
Classroom Lessons During advisory our students are provided social/emotional curriculum via Character Strong. CharacterStrong provides research-based Pre-K through 12th grade social & emotional learning curriculum and professional learning services that positively impact the students served. Students also directly receive classroom lessons throughout the year from their grade level school counselor. These topics include: Meeting your counselor, Organizational and Academic Success, Time and Stress Management, Bullying and Harassment and more... Small groups Small Groups can be formed based on the needs of our students. Counselors, teachers and parents work together to identify students that would benefit from this form of support. Small groups are optional for participation. Small group counseling involves students working on shared tasks and developing supportive relationships. It is an effective and positive way of providing direct service to students with academic, career and social/emotional developmental and situational concerns. Small group counseling can help reduce social isolation and negative emotions. It encourages positive peer relations while developing a sense of belonging. Small groups create a climate of trust, caring, understanding and support that enables students to share their concerns with peers and the school counselor. Individual Meetings Students and parents can request a meeting with their counselor. This can be completed in various ways. Students can go to their grade level Schoology page to request to meet with their counselor, email and or stopping into the student services office at requesting a time with Ms. Anderson our Counseling Administrative Assistant. Parents are welcome to email and or call the school to discuss concerns and request a meeting. Other Related Services Yoga Calm Yoga Calm is a research based program that integrates yoga-based movements, mindfulness, and social/emotional learning. PVMS has several staff members who have received Yoga Calm training and/or certification. These staff members utilize Yoga Calm practices in various ways throughout the school day. Click here for more information about Yoga Calm. Co-Located Therapy PVMS and ISD 728 partners with Greater MN Family Services to provide therapy to students and families. Prairie View Middle School can help coordinate therapy services for families who are interested in this option. Our therapist, Ashley Cartney, who is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), provides therapy sessions on site at PVMS and can also be done virtually on students' virtual learning days. Services are provided year around during summer and school breaks. For a referral please contact your students assigned School Counselor or Social Worker. Rivers Of Hope Rivers of Hope is a non-profit community based agency offering advocacy, support and referral services for students and families experiencing distress. Rivers of Hope advocates can help students develop skills related to coping, self-esteem, individuality, healthy relationships, anger control, body image, self care, and online safety. Fairview Chemical Dependency Counselor Paul Fischer, with Fairview Clinics, is a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC) who is available to support students and families in need at PVMS. For additional information or a referral please contact the assigned School Counselor or Social Worker. ISD 728 Resources
The ISD 728 website contains many helpful resources related to the social and emotional well-being of students. Below are some links you may find helpful. |
