Hello parents and families!

I am so excited to be part of the school counseling team! I am Veronica Zamora Dimas and with the help of our SEL Paraprofessional Jizelle Barajas, we will be working with our wonderful students at Tieton Elementary School and Marcus Whitman Cowiche Elementary School!

Mission Statement

Our mission is to make school a safe, inclusive, and supportive place where every student feels valued.

 

School-Wide Programs Students participate in weekly lessons using the Second Step Curriculum on topics such as calming down techniques, problem solving, and how to address bullying. Academic Development Lessons build executive functioning, self-regulation, and skills for learning. Students learn how to manage emotions and apply problem-solving to academic tasks. Career Development Older students develop interpersonal skills like empathy, communication, and teamwork. Lessons include goal setting and decision-making, which are essential for workplace success. Social/Emotional Development Every lesson promotes social-emotional growth through empathy, emotion management, and problem-solving. Units like Bullying Prevention and Child Protection reinforce these skills with real-world applications.

Small Groups TES/MWC students also participate in small groups sessions which help them build the skills they need to make and keep friends. Understand how to regulate their emotions and skills to navigate various social-emotional situations.          Friendship          Executive Functioning          Emotional Regulation          Impulse Control          Self-Esteem          1-on-1          Social

 

Zones Of Regulations We also promote Zones of Regulations teaching students to be aware of their emotions and find strategies to help them go from RED zone to GREEN zone.

Resources Social/Emotional at Home          S.T.A.R Breathing Tool          Childhood 101-Teachiing Feelings & Emotions Transitioning into School          How to Empower Your Child to Deal With School Anxiety School Curriculum          Second Step Apps          Parent Square

Confidentiality

Elementary students are beginning to understand the value of privacy for themselves, their families, and others. Respecting the child's (and family’s) right to privacy, confidentiality, is fundamental to the counseling relationship. It allows students an opportunity to share their concerns with a trusted adult who will listen non-judgmentally and help them problem solve in an environment of physical and emotional safety. Because the safety of ALL students is paramount, there are limits to maintaining confidentiality. As required by Washington State Law and Ethical Standards of the American School Counselor's Association, the following are instances where a school counselor MUST report disclosed information to the appropriate authority:

1. Intent to harm one's self or someone else is expressed.
2. Suspected abuse or neglect of a child or adult.
3. An appropriate court order is received and verified.
4. Legal consent is given to share specific information.

I will ask families and/or the child to share information with the teacher should the information be useful in allowing the teacher to assist on a day-to-day basis. We want to wrap care and concern around your child while they spend their days in our school community.

 

Thank you

Mrs. Dimas & Miss. Barajas