News Category: Counselor

Dear St. John Families, Welcome back to a new school year! It’s especially wonderful to be back at St. John after being on maternity leave last year. I’m so grateful for the time I had with my little boys, and I’m equally excited to be

As the school year comes to a close, I want to share what a pleasure it has been working in the counselor role this year. It has truly been a privilege to work with such a caring school community and to watch our students grow socially and

As we welcome the month of May, we also enter a special time in our Catholic tradition dedicated to honoring Mary, a model of compassion, humility, and care for others. May is a wonderful opportunity for our students to reflect on how they can show

Happy April! As we move into spring in Seattle, this is a wonderful time for students to reset, refocus, and finish the school year strong. This month, I’ll be working with students on things like managing strong feelings, practicing whole body

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

Valentine’s Month = Everyday Kindness - Happy February! As we move through the heart of winter, this month is a wonderful time to focus on kindness, empathy, and caring for one another. February is often associated with Valentine’s Day,

Happy New Year, families! I hope your winter break was restful and full of cozy moments. January can feel like a long, gray month here in Seattle, so at school we’re focusing on helping students ease back into routines, reconnect with friends,

Hello St. John’s families! My name is Shannon Manley, and for those I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting yet, I’ve been part of the St. John community as a parishioner, parent, and staff member for over 20 years. I hold an M.Ed. in

Dear Families, Happy November! This will be my final Counselor Corner Newsletter for a little while, as I’ll be beginning my maternity leave on November 26. I’ll be returning to St. John as the full-time school counselor in September 2026 -

Welcome to October! With a month of school behind us, students are settling into the routines and rhythms of the year. October is a wonderful time to check in with your child, reflect on how the year has started, and set goals for the months ahead.