During my first year as a high school counselor, a parent came to speak to me about her daughter. The student was a bright and beautiful young…… Read more “It’s Not About Food: Eating Disorders Awareness”
Month: February 2016
March Social Awareness Activities and Resources for Students
I can’t believe that March is almost here! Although students and staff (including myself) are getting spring fever, there is always work to do when it comes…… Read more “March Social Awareness Activities and Resources for Students”
What College Brochures Don’t Say: Developing Skills for College
So not my child’s bed!Well, the final Morton child is exiting the nest for college in four months! Although I am excited for her, I am really nervous as…… Read more “What College Brochures Don’t Say: Developing Skills for College”
February #HSCCHAT: Cultural Competence
Missed tonight’s High School Counselor Chat regarding Cultural Competence? No worries! I have the transcript for the February chat hosted by Dr. Daryl Howard (@darylhowardphd) and Amber Shepherd (@AmberShepherd) right…… Read more “February #HSCCHAT: Cultural Competence”
I Will Not Be Ignored! School Counselors Doing It For Themselves
Well, it is the apex of our year (supposedly)…National School Counselor Week! Last week I had the pleasure of witnessing our counseling colleagues honored by the First…… Read more “I Will Not Be Ignored! School Counselors Doing It For Themselves”
Is This Love? Or An Unhealthy Relationship
Each February, my peer helpers observe dating violence awareness month with a peer education campaign. In two weeks, our students will be at it again working the…… Read more “Is This Love? Or An Unhealthy Relationship”