My name is Amy Sexton I am excited to be the counselor at Lago Vista Elementary School!
As the school counselor, I will be responsible for teaching guidance lessons that focus on the Lago Vista ISD Character Traits, as well as communication skills, problem solving, respecting others, motivation to achieve, goal setting, and much more.
In addition to providing the guidance curriculum, I serve as the campus 504 Plan Coordinator, and will collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and the community to help ensure the academic, personal, and social well-being of all students. I will work hard to support and promote every student's opportunity to achieve success in school!
I am also available to meet with students and parents as concerns arise. I can work with students individually and in small groups in the areas of self-esteem, social skills, friendship issues, coping skills, crisis intervention, and a variety of other school and family issues. Please feel free to contact me any time if you have any questions or concerns. I look forward to getting to know all of the students and families of Lago Vista Elementary!
Amy Sexton, M.Ed.
School Counselor
20311 Dawn Drive
Lago Vista, TX 78645
Phone: 512-267-8300 ext. 4504
Email: amy_sexton@lagovista.txed.net
We have wrapped up our guidance lessons for the school year, and this month we learned what it means to show and have Gratitude. Children learn respect and how to show appreciation to others from parents, as parents are their first role models. Show your child the importance of saying thank you to those that are serving you, helping you, or when you notice someone’s effort.
When children understand what it means to be grateful for what they have, it can have a positive effect on their attitude and perspective. At home, think about starting a gratitude journal with your child. Get a blank notebook (I have many--if you’d like for me to send one home with your child, let me know!) and work together to design it. Each night, or as often as possible, spend time together adding the things you are thankful for.
“Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life, and you'll find that you have more of it.” ~Ralph Marston
Hemos completado nuestras lecciones de orientación para el año escolar, y este mes aprendimos lo que significa mostrar y tener Gratitud. Los niños aprenden respeto y cómo mostrar aprecio a los demás por parte de los padres, ya que los padres son sus primeros modelos a seguir. Muestre a su hijo la importancia de dar las gracias a quienes lo están atendiendo, ayudándolo o cuando nota el esfuerzo de alguien por hacer algo.
Cuando los niños comprenden lo que significa ser agradecidos por lo que tienen, puede tener un efecto positivo en su actitud y perspectiva. En casa, piense en comenzar un diario de gratitud con su hijo. Obtenga una libreta en blanco (tengo muchas, si desea que envíe una a casa con su hijo, hágamelo saber) y trabajemos juntas para diseñarla. Cada noche, o tan a menudo como sea posible, pase tiempo juntos agregando las cosas que agradece.
"Haz un hábito decirle a la gente que gracias. Para expresar su agradecimiento, sinceramente y sin la expectativa de nada a cambio. Agradezca verdaderamente a quienes le rodean, y pronto encontrará muchos otros a su alrededor. Verdaderamente aprecio la vida, y encontrarás que tienes más de eso.” ~Ralph Marston
**If your child needs school supplies or a backpack, please let me know. Local churches have donated these items and I am happy to help get them to any child who needs them. **Si su hijo necesita útiles escolares o una mochila, por favor avíseme. Las iglesias locales han donado estos artículos y estoy feliz de ayudarlos a llevarlos a cualquier niño que los necesite.“Here are the values that I stand for: honesty, equality, kindness, compassion, treating people the way you want to be treated, and helping those in need. To me, those are traditional values.” ~Ellen DeGeneres
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