The Guidance Light

News Worth Sharing

Richland One had a great turnout at the South Carolina School Counselor Association’s 29th Annual Fall Conference. The theme was, “It’s a Brand New Day!” Counselors attended a variety of sessions from “Movement In-tegration to Increase Engagement Levels in Students” to “Technology: Cool Tools for Counseling in Schools.” For more information on the technology tools that were shared, please see page 4.

Did You Know?

Did you know that the Guid-

ance and Counseling Depart-

ment has a library? It is lo-

cated in Room D-05 at Olym-

pia. You can check out vari-

ous resources such as books

and puppets. Prior to vis-

iting, please contact Tara

Elliott to ensure the room

will be available and open

during your visit. She will

also assist you with checking

out or returning any re-

sources you borrow.

The Guidance Light Volume 2, Issue 1 November 2012

Upcoming Conference February 15-16, 2013:

15th Annual South Carolina Association for Play Therapy

The Association for Play Therapy defines Play Therapy as, “The systematic use of a theoretical model to establish an interpersonal process wherein trained play therapists use the therapeutic powers of play to help clients prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.”

For more information, please visit : http://www.sca4pt.com/

Spotlight

Congratulations to Dr. Julie Moss, 7th Grade Counselor at Hand Middle School, who presented at the Southern Association for Counselor Educa-tion and Supervision conference in Savannah, GA Friday, September 28, 2012. The presentation, "Professional Identity Development of Counse-

lor Educators-in-Training" discussed the results of a study conducted with Dr. Donna Gibson from USC and Dr. Colette Dollarhide from Ohio State. They found transformational tasks that doctoral students face involve integration of multiple identities, evolution of confidence and

legitimacy, and acceptance of responsibility as the source of knowledge about the profession.

IN THIS ISSUE

News Worth Sharing p.1

Upcoming Conference p.1

Spotlight p.1

Did You Know ? p.1

Birthdays p.2-3

Welcome New Counselors p.2

What’s Happening In Our World p.3

Fifty Ways To Praise A Child p.4

Technology Tools p.4

Welcome New Counselors!

August

1—Claire Steverson-Smith

2—Adrian Sampson

5—Tara Elliott

7—Elizabeth Balthazor

Leroy York

9—Thera Kinsler-Leonard

10—Deneathra Butler

11—Dean Patrick

12—Grenlen Martain

Jameka Young

Linda DeLaughter

21—Victoria Littlefield

26—Carolyn Smith

29—Sheryl Dunning

30—Shana Garrick

Lottie Laws-Mack

31—Sherri Mizell

September

1—Barbara Turner

4—Julie Moss

5—Michelle Walker

9—Beverly Dicks

11—Marion Alexander

19—Marilyn Hatcher-Franquiz

26—Gina Terry

27—Seteria Williams

October

2—Wayne Jones

3—Bill Riddle

Meet Claire Steverson-Smith of Watkins Nance Elementary:

1. How long have you been a School Counselor and what did you do before becoming a school counselor? I have been a school counselor for 4 years. Before I was a School Counselor, I was a Middle School Computer Lab and ED Paraprofessional for two years and a part-time Cosmetologist. 2. Who or what inspires you and why? The experience that inspired me to become a School Counselor came from my high school counselor. My high school counselor did little to nothing for the students she served. Therefore, I always felt that I was obligated to help influence students in a more positive manner than I had experienced. None-theless, I appreciate my Band Director and Senior Literature Teacher that provided college resources and guidance for me to become successful today. “Our youth is our future, and if we don’t help guide them, who will? “ 3. What five things are always in your fridge? Five things that will always be in my fridge are Pineapple Yogurt, Water, As-paragus, Philadelphia Pineapple Cream Cheese, and Rogerwood Sausages. 4. What is the last book your read? The last book I read was, “Silently Blessed,” written by my sister, Mimi James. 5. As a school counselor, what is your favorite report to submit? My favorite report to submit is the Guidance Survey Report.

Meet Bernadette Darby of Heyward Gibbes Middle School:

1. How long have you been a School Counselor and what did you do be-fore becoming a school counselor? I have been a school counselor for ten years. I worked at American Red Cross as a Laboratory Technician. 2. Who or what inspires you and why? My seven year old son Jayden inspires me in all that I do and the decisions that I make in life. He is my true source of inspiration because he is my mira-cle child! 3. What five things are always in your fridge? Kool-Aid, Banana Twin Debbie Cakes, Milk, Eggs, and some form of choco-late :) 4. What is the last book you read? Lynn Harris - Just Too Good To Be True! 5. As a school counselor, what is your favorite report to submit? Favorite report...cute!!!! Anything that documents how hard we work and contribute towards educating children!

We asked our new Counselors to answer a fun and informative ques-tionnaire so we can learn a little more about them. Look to meet our

new counselors in each issue this year!

Happy Birthday

What’s Happening In Our World At Forest Heights Elementary School, Counselor Lavette Ruff shared that the United States Attor-ney’s Office, along with the 5th grade students, pledged to stay away from GUNS! “I pledge if I see a gun, I won’t touch it. I will re-member that any gun I see might be loaded. I know how important it is to keep myself safe.”

Horrell Hill Elementary School cele-brated a successful Red Ribbon Week in October. Counselors Patri-cia Green and Jessica Tomlin shared how students, faculty, and staff participated in activities that included a puppet show and video from LRADAC, a school wide “walk out on drugs,” spirit wear, bulletin board decorating contest, class-room guidance lessons focused on healthy choices, pledge signing dur-ing lunch, and poetry contest.

At Olympia Learning Center, Coun-selor James Major shares that there is a need to provide a strong bond between students and peers. He is developing a group of students, called “Major Men,” to act as role models for other students. They will dress professionally, possess good character/morals, and will lead by example. Mr. Major said his vision is to create an effective group of young men who will be our next leaders; he is a provider, a positive contributor to his community, and nation.

At Satchel Ford Elementary School, Counselors Gina Terry and Jessica Tomlin, along with the Satchel Ford Welcoming Committee (a Guidance group), submitted an entry to the VLF Photography Contest. Their photo essay entitled, “Welcome to Satchel Ford”, won Honorable Men-tion for the category! All entries will be on display at Richland Fash-ion Mall until Friday, November 16th.

W.S. Sandel Elementary School has created a group called, “Boys Emerging To Leaders, Inc.” (B.E.L.I). The group is conduct-ed by Counselor Joseph Brown, Mr. Myers- Assistant Principal, Mr. Lee- PE teacher, Mr. Sims- Instructional Assistant and Mr. Bryant- Parent Volunteer. Mr. Brown expresses he is really excited about this group of students this year because of their willingness to participate in helping each other. They currently have 19 students participating. Their first field study will be walking to Apple-bees and the Fire Department to speak with the General Manager and firefighters about careers and character traits. The mission of the group is to promote positive, re-spectful young men who are disci-plined academically and socially. At Hand Middle School, Hornet Help classroom sessions are held every other week. The School Counseling staff developed 3 les-sons for teachers to share with stu-dents. The lessons progressed from organizing, actually cleaning out bookbags, and reminders on use of their agenda books to focusing on the importance of homework and time management and using flaschcards as a study tool. These tips/tools will continue to be re-minders for students as the year progresses.

November

6—Alice Washington

9—Veronica Hopkins

25—Dale McLendon

28—Bernadette Darby

December

6—Sonya Brailsford

8—Robin Grace

13—Barbaretta Suber

14—Carol Knight

20—Cynthia Moore

22—Joseph Brown

23—Deirdre Haynes

25—Karen Workman

26—James Major

30—Shaquain DuRant

January

9—Austin Coleman

11—Jean Smith

15—Ulinda Sherman

16—Dalphine Humhrey

24—Tinalouise Polite-Abban

25—Renee Scott

26—Dominique Padgett

Counselors Sherri Mizell and Deneathra Butler shared that Southeast Middle School started a Weekend Backpack Program in September. They have 20 students partici-pating. Each Friday they are providing them with non-perishable food and drinks for the weekend. The backpacks, as well as the contents, were donated.

RICHLAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE Dr. Percy Mack, Superintendent

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING SERVICES DEPARTMENT Dr. Dorothy Gallman, Coordinator

Tara Elliott, Secretary

621 Bluff Road Columbia, SC 29201

803.400.1691 ph 803.400.1704 fax

www.richlandone.org

50 WAYS TO PRAISE A CHILD

You Brighten My Day. You Belong. Phenomenal. Great.

Well Done. I Knew You Could Do It. Excellent. Terrific.

Now You’re Flying. Bravo. Great Discovery. Super Job.

You Tried Hard. You Care. A Big Hug. You Made My Day.

Sensational. What A Good Listener. I Respect You.

Beautiful Work. You Are A Real Trooper. That’s Correct.

Outstanding Performance. Spectacular.

How Smart. Super Star. You’re On Top Of It. Phenomenal.

You’re On Your Way. You’re A Winner. Good For You.

You’re Unique. Hip, Hip Hooray. I Trust You. A+ Job.

You’ve Discovered The Secret. What An Imagination.

Marvelous. Super Work. You Are Responsible. Nice Work.

You’re Catching on. You’re A Treasure. Creative Job.

You Make Me Happy. You’re Wonderful . That’s The Best.

A Smile Is Worth 1,000 Words!

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health www.thecarolinacenter.com

COOL TOOLS FOR COUNSELING IN SCHOOLS

These “tools” were shared in a session at the SCSCA’s Fall Conference by Coun-selors Michelle Privette

and Valerie Whipple (Lexington District 1).

Glogster:

Visit this visual network to create your own digital

poster. http://www.glogster.com/

Pinterest:

Visit this website and cre-ate your own digital bulle-

tin boards. You can find great ideas for classroom guidance lessons, bulletin board themes, and much

more! http://pinterest.com/

Storyboard:

Visit this website to create your own digital book you can share, read, and print.

http://storybird.com/

Prezi: Visit this website to help

you organize, present, and share your ideas. It’s a

presentation tool similar to PowerPoint but with

some fun twists! http://prezi.com/

Newsletter Committee Chairperson: Jessica Tomlin Secretary: Cordelia Glover Members: Tara Elliott Sherri Mizell Bill Riddle