The Counselor's Corner

Character Word of the Week:  Tolerance means to be patient with those who do not share your opinions or have ways different from yours.

According to our Character Education Program, Tolerance in School Means:

1.  I will respect others the same way I expect others to respect me.

2.  I will listen before I talk.

3.  I will wait for my turn.

4.  I will weigh what is right against what is popular.

After studying,

Hanukkah, The Seventeen Symbols of Christmas, and Kwanzaa, students have a greater appreciation and tolerance for the different beliefs and traditions.

Focus on Careers/Focus on Aquatic Careers:

If you dream of a career working in or on the water, one of these careers might be right for you:

» Aquaculturist
» Coast Guard
» Commercial Diver
» Diving Instructor
» Fisher
» Hydrologist / Hydrogeologist
» Marine Biologist
» Oceanographer
» Ship’s Crew.  Read more about these careers under Career Cruising.

Quotable Quote:   "Acceptance and tolerance and forgiveness, those are life-altering lessons. "                                                                      Jessica Lange

The Counselor's Corner

Cooperation is essential for learning to take place.  When studying about cooperation, Students enjoy reading The Great Big Enormous Turnip by Alexei Tolstoy.  In addition to learning about cooperation, students are enjoying studying about Christmas and its many traditions.

Additional Books to Read on Cooperation:
Swimmy by Leo Lionni
The Crayon Box that Talked by Shane Derolf
The Three Questions by Jon J. Muth
Frederick by Leo Lionni
I Can Cooperate! (The Best Me I Can Be, Scholastic) by David Parker
The Evolution of Cooperation by Robert Axelrod

Quotable Quote:  "The more generous we are, the more joyous we become. The more cooperative we are, the more valuable we become. The more enthusiastic we are, the more productive we become. The more serving we are, the more prosperous we become."                                                   William Arthur Ward

The Counselor's Corner

Last week in classroom guidance, we talked about Hanukkah.  This week we will focus on Christmas and the many traditions that are associated with the Christmas holiday.

Character Word of the Week:  Cooperation means working together with a unified effort; a joint action.

According to our Changing Lives Character Education Program:  Cooperation in School Means:
1.  I will help my teacher in cleaning the room.
2.  I will do my homework and submit it on time.
3.  I will help wash tables in the lunchroom.

Careers in Focus

Careers for those with an interest in geography

If you’ve always been curious about the world, about how it’s constructed, and how its different components interact with each other, you may want to consider a career in a geography-related field.

» Cartographer
» Geologist
» GIS Specialist
» Hydrologist / Hydrogeologist
» Landman
» Land Surveyor
» Oceanographer
» Survey Tech
» Tour Guide
» Travel Agent

Quotable Quotes:  "The only way that has ever been discovered to have a lot of people cooperate together voluntarily is through the free market. And that's why it's so essential to preserving individual freedom."       Milton Friedman

The Counselor's Corner

In classroom guidance, we will focus on three celebrations.  On December 8, 2012, our Jewish community will be celebrating Hanukkah.  The students are learning about the Eight Days of Lights, the menorah, gelt, latkes, and the driedal game.  Students enjoy and appreciate learning about other cultures and their celebrations.  December 25, 2012 will be Christmas and Kwanzaa will begin on December 26, 2012.

Our character word of the week is Patience:  Patience means the ability to remain calm.  It is willingness to put up with waiting.  Students are anxiously awaiting Christmas.

Quotable Quote:  "A wise man is superior to any insults which can be put upon him, and the best reply to unseemly behavior is patience and moderation."                                                                                                                   

                                                                                                                                             Moliere

The Counselor's Corner

The month of December is rich with opportunities for students to celebrate diversity.  On December 2, 2012, we will begin to celebrate Advent.  On December 8, 2012, Hanukkah will begin. December 26 - January 1, 2012 will be Kwanzaa.  Students enjoy learning about the different celebrations and how all of the celebrations have many things in common.  All are celebrations are times to enjoy family and friends,  all have candles or lights (advent wreath, menorah, and kinara ), and all involve the giving of gifts.

Character Education Word of the Week:  Patience means the ability to remain calm.  It is willingness to put up with waiting.

According to our Changing Lives Character Education Program, Patience in School Means:

1.  I will try and try until I succeed.

2.  I will take my time when taking a test, and I'll review my work.

3.  I will learn to be patient and wait for my turn.

4.  I will learn how to use my spare time wisely.

Careers Focus:

Focus on careers in social activism

Do you want to help make the world a better place? Here are some careers that will allow you to make a difference:

» Activist
» Community Worker
» Fundraiser
» Lobbyist
» Political Aide
» Politician
» Public Policy Analyst
» Volunteer Manager

Quotable Quote:  "Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.                     Harriet Tubman