Counselor’s Corner, June 2022

Dear St. John Families,

With two weeks left in the school year, we’ve officially hit the final countdown to summer break! It’s been another challenging COVID school year, and yet, I’ve been so impressed by the resiliency our students have demonstrated. And you, parents and caregivers, have no doubt played a pivotal role in your child’s success, so hats off to you, too! Given the number of messages I know the school is sending out this time of year, I’m purposely keeping this newsletter on the shorter end, but if I can be of any assistance to you in the final days of the school year, don’t hesitate to drop by or contact me via email at cshaw@st-johnschool.org.

I hope you have a very happy and healthy summer vacation, and I look forward to reconnecting in the fall!

Ms. Shaw

June Resources

  • In the wake of the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas, I’ve had a number of families reach out to me seeking guidance on how to talk to children about this devastating news. This article from NPR has excellent tips that are applicable to a wide number of upsetting news events.
  • Looking for ways to create special memories and bond as a family this summer? Consider making a summer family bucket list! Check out this list for 45 ideas to get you started.
  • With the extra time spent together during the summer months, it’s natural for sibling fights to increase. Take a look at these tips from the Child Mind Institute on how to both prevent and resolve sibling fights.