Counselor’s Corner, March 2026

Happy March! As we head toward spring, we’re continuing to focus on building strong social-emotional skills that help students feel confident, connected, and ready to learn.

Spring SEL Small Groups will be starting soon! SEL groups are a key support offered for students in K-5th grades. Groups focus on a variety of skills, including emotional regulation and coping skills, friendship and social skills, and executive functioning skills related to academic success. These small groups are a great opportunity for students to build skills in a supportive, small setting. Groups typically meet once a week for 8-9 weeks during the school day. Please fill out this form, Spring SEL Group Registration, by Friday, March 13, if you would like your child to participate in a group.

As always, don’t hesitate to reach out to Ms. Manley at smanley@st-johnschool.org with questions or concerns.

March Resources

• On March 19, PNW Parent Education is hosting a webinar with Donna Jackson Nakazawa (author of Girls on The Brink and others) titled, Kids On The Brink: Raising Emotionally Healthy Youth. In this talk, Donna will share the latest science on female brain development, why so many teens are in crisis, and how today’s challenges are impacting youth mental health. Learn more and register here.
• Help your child start the third and final trimester of the year with a growth mindset! Focus on progress rather than perfection, and remind your child that challenges are opportunities to learn and grow. Learn more about fostering a growth mindset here.