Mt. View Middle School Counseling

Internet Safety Seminar

2010-10-01T08:14:00.000-07:00

Newberg Kiwanis and the Newberg-Dundee Police Department are teaming up for an Internet Safety Seminar for parents and adults. Come learn about what kids are doing on the internet and how predators lure kids on the internet. Come learn how to keep your kids or students safe!

Admission is FREE!

Tuesday, October 26

7:00 - 8:30pm

in Hoover Hall on the George Fox University Campus

Adoptive parent Support Group

2010-03-31T13:24:00.000-07:00

Who: Parents who have adopted a child or are in the process of adopting
Dates: Thursdays for 6 weeks, April 22 - May 27
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am
Where: 307 East Second Street, Suite 160 (Joshua Suites) in Newberg
Format: A mixture of support and education
The will be going through the book The Connected Child, by Karyn B, Purvis, Ph.D. Participants need to buy the book on their own. Reading/owning the book is optional.
Cost: FREE (No childcare provided.)

Co-facilitated by Rhonda Andrews, LCSW and Susan Bos, MSW
Rhonda has a counseling private practice in Newberg, specializing in adoption.
Susan is an adoptive mother who also works in the adoption field.

Please contact Rhonda with any questions: 503-554-6655, rhondaandrews@verizon.net

A Great Reminder for Everyone

2010-03-16T10:43:00.000-07:00

I thought this was fantastic and a great reminder to everyone to wear your seatbelt.

Excellent Video

Get Your Kids Reading

2010-03-04T09:51:00.000-08:00

Here is a great videa made by a middle school in Florida about reading. A great reminder to encourage your kids to read. The best way to do this is to have a reading time when everyone (yes, everyone) in the house reads at the same time. Having your kids see you reading is important. It tells them that reading is important!

Check it out!

Reading Video

Parenting Class Offered

2010-02-22T12:48:00.000-08:00

Parenting Class

For parents of children ages 2-10.

*Child care available (up to age 8)

8 Weeks

March 9, 2010 – April 27, 2010

The Incredible Years Parenting class is designed to assist parents with the challenges of parenting all children between the ages of 2–12*. This evidence based program builds on and increases parenting skills, with the goal being to increase positive behavior while

decreasing negative behavior in children.

TIME: 5:30-7:00 PM – Tuesdays

PLACE: McMinnville Cooperative Ministries

544 NE 2nd St

McMinnville, OR 97128

Instructor: Erin Johnson, MSW

Classes are free if your child is covered by OHP insurance.

Call for sliding fee for parents of children without OHP coverage.

You must pre-register before starting!

Pre-register in office with a copy of your child’s OHP card or payment, or you may call the office with you child’s OHP client ID number. This must be done prior to the first class!

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES

(503) 472-4020

617 NE Davis St.

McMinnville, OR 97128

A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVIES NW AND MID-VALLEY BEHAVIORAL CARE NETWORK

Annual Kids Helping Kids Coin Drive Begins

2010-02-22T09:00:00.000-08:00

The annual Kids Helping Kids coin drive begins today and goes until Friday, February 26. This is your chance to help other kids in the community by bringing in your spare change.

The money is collected by the Newberg Rotary and is used to help families pay for medical, dental and eye care. This is a very important resource for the community and helps so many families each year.

Small plastic bags will be hended out today to all the students. There will be competitions between lunches to see which lunch can bring in the most money. The winning lunch will receive ice creams bars.

So save your change - or dollar bills, we aren't picky - and bring them in to help!

Sometimes You Just Need to Laugh

2010-02-08T14:12:00.001-08:00

Think Before You "Send"

2010-02-04T10:14:00.000-08:00

As technology advances and makes communicating so much easier, it also brings with it problems. Teens are not realizing the impact a "simple" text can have. One of the newest issues we are facing right now is "sexting". Sexting is when one person shares sexually explicit text messages or photos or videos (of yourself or others) using a cell phone or the internet. To teens, it may sound fun and harmless but it can cause serious problems.

Sexting is unsafe! Once you post or send a "sext" you can no longer control it. And information you post online can last forever! It may be copied or re-posted or viewed for years to come.

Sexting can:
* Change people's opinion of you.
           You may end up with an unwanted reputation. Or someone may expect more from you (sexually).
* Cause bullying.
            A sext that gets into the wrong hands can clearly be embarrassing. it can also lead to bullying, in person or online.
* Hurt your future.
            Schools and employers often search online for information about applicants. A sext you thought was long gone could still be on the internet and cost you a big opportunity.
* Get you in serious trouble.
             For example, students caught sexting may be suspended or expelled, or have notes added tot heir school records. Some have even faced serious legal charges.
* Attract sexual predators
             Think sexting someone you only know online is safe? Not so! With just a few details from your online profile, a predator may be able to find you in person.

Think before you share any messages or images! Ask yourself: Would I want this posted on my school bulletin board? Would I want my parents, teachers or coach to see this? Or a future college or employer? Would I feel comfortable saying or showing this in public or in person?

If you get a sext message from someone, don't respond! And don't pass it on! Tell a trusted adult (a teacher, parent, school counselor or coach) and they will help you.

And always remember... Think before you send!!!

National School Counseling Week

2010-02-02T12:54:00.000-08:00

January 26, 2010 - For Immediate Release

Congress Passes Sánchez Resolution: “National School Counseling Week”

Washington, DC – Today the House of Representatives passed H. Res. 1029, a resolution spearheaded by Rep. Linda Sánchez (D-CA), to honor the important role school counselors play in the lives of students across the country by declaring February 1-5, 2010, as “National School Counseling Week.”

Rep. Linda Sánchez urged her colleagues to join her in this important effort during a floor speech today, where she recognized two outstanding counselors from her district. “Angela Castellanos of Santa Fe High School in Whittier, Calif., and Alex Paredes of Southeast High School in South Gate, Calif., are just two examples of counselors who do exceptional work every single day to help our students reach their highest potential,” said Rep. Linda Sánchez. “It is because of the unending dedication of counselors like Angela and Alex that children across our country succeed in becoming engineers, doctors, and even members of Congress.”

Sánchez noted that California’s student-to-school-counselor ratio is a dismal 945 students to one school counselor – almost four times the recommended ratio of 250-to-one. School counselors play a vital role in the development of students on academic, social, and personal levels but unfortunately often find themselves the casualty of budget cuts.

“Our counselors do amazing, and often unrecognized, work,” continued Sánchez. “Our communities are strengthened by the students who are championed by their school counselors. I hope that National School Counseling Week has a greater impact than just the recognition of outstanding counselors – I hope that it helps policymakers recognize that, to do well inside the classroom, students often need extra assistance outside the classroom.”

View Rep. Sánchez’ entire speech at
www.youtube.com/user/LindaTSanchez

Annual Canned Food Drive Starts

2010-01-28T08:59:00.000-08:00

MVMS's annual canned food drive starts on February 1st and goes until February 5th. We are hoping this is going to be a big success this year!

Everyone gets 1 raffle ticket for bringing in an item. After that it's every 5 items = another raffle ticket

1 = 1 raffle ticket

5-9 = 2 raffle tickets

10-14 = 3 raffle tickets

15-19 = 4 raffle tickets

Prizes will include MV clothing, gift cards to Subway and much, much more. The "grand" prize will be a one week pass to listen to an ipod during lunch! There will also be a competition between grade levels.

So bring in your canned goods or boxed/dry goods. We need your help!

Free Children's Development Screening

2010-01-25T08:27:00.000-08:00

Do you have questions about your child's development? If so, here's an amazing resource right here in Newberg. Providence Newberg is providing free children's screenings for children ages 0 to 18. They will check:
* gross motor skills (balance, coordination, walking, crawling, etc.)
* fine motor skills (grasping, handwriting, etc.)
* sensory integration
* speech and language (speech clarity, vocabulary, voice, social communication skills)
* feeding and nutrition

It is by appointment only so call if you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment: 503-537-3546

Providence Newberg Rehabilitation Services
310 Villa Road
Newberg, Oregon 97132

www.providence.org/newberg

Changes Happening On Edline

2010-01-22T09:04:00.000-08:00

As you all know (or hopefully know) edline is a fantastic resource the Newberg School District has to find out how your child is doing in school. You can check grades, assignments (if they have been turned in or not), test scores, etc. A new change to edline has recently started. You can now access homework assignments. This is a great new resource so your child can stay caught up in school despite being home sick.

If you have any questions about edline or are having trouble accessing your account, please call the main office at 503-554-4500.

Happy New year

2010-01-05T10:38:00.000-08:00

Can you believe it?! The holidays are over. We even had some snow over the break. Hopefully everyone had a wonderful Christmas and the 2 weeks off from school was filled with laughter, rest and good family time.

We're seeing a lot of sleepy looking students in class and in the halls. Some things to help out with the transition back to school...
- get to bed early
- take a shower or a bath before bedtime. It'll help relax you.
- don't eat too close to bedtime and avoid sweets
- turn off the TV in the bedroom. Who's going to chose sleep over TV???
- eat a good breakfast

We know it's rough for the first couple of days but it'll get easier. Promise!

Welcome back!!!

Collaborative Problem Solving Parent Workshop

2009-12-14T09:52:00.000-08:00

A Peer to Peer Parenting Group…

Collaborative Problem Solving:

The Explosive Child Book Club

A weekly group for parents and other

caregivers of children with challenging

behaviors: Understanding our children better

(reading the book is not required, but recommended)

Wednesdays January 27-April 7

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

@ First Federal Bank Community Room

Newberg

Space is limited. Please pre-register with Jan Urton, Yamhill County Family Support Partner 503-435-9107 or

503-434-7462

Co-Sponsored by Family & Youth Programs &

Mid-Valley Region * 1-800-590-7599 * 1-541-513-2021 *

Dinner Help is Out There!

2009-12-10T08:59:00.000-08:00

The Holidays are hard on so many families. With the weather so cold adn everyone turning up their heat, bills go up but income doesn't. There are churches around town that want to help families.

The following churches have free dinners for people.

Mondays - Zion Lutheran

301 S. River

5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesdays - River Street Church of God

715 S. River

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Thursdays - Newberg Christian Church

2315 Villa Road

5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Newberg Christian can deliver to homes if the families are more comfortable with that. Just give them a call 538-3104 and let them know.

Help is Out There to Stay Warm

2009-12-08T08:19:00.000-08:00

By KATU News

PORTLAND, Ore. - Despite clear skies and roads free of ice and snow in the Portland area, the current cold snap can pose a problem for those having a tough time keeping the heat on.

KATU Meteorologist Dave Salesky said he does not expect the temperature to get above freezing on Monday and colder temperatures are on the way for Tuesday.

Several chimney and flue fires have hit homes in the Portland area in the last few days as people use fireplaces and wood stoves to keep warm.

Others are keeping thermostats turned down in fear of the bill they may get for heating oil or natural gas.
Portland General Electric (PGE) has several ways customers can get assistance paying for heating costs, including payment plans. Get more information here.

Northwest Natural, the main local natural gas provider, also has plans available for paying the gas bill. Get more information about their program here.

If you would like to donate money to a program that assists low-income persons with paying their Northwest Natural gas bill, you can do that here.

Happy Holidays!

2009-12-07T14:16:00.001-08:00

Happy Holidays from the counseling office!

http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/view/YC1fguUVWl7k1yQueoyY

Toy and Joy Applications

2009-12-07T14:15:00.000-08:00

Just a reminder that Toy and Joy applications are dur this Friday (December 9th). Bring them into the counseling office.

Shouldn't Life Be Fun?!

2009-12-03T11:33:00.001-08:00

Resources Can Help Students be Better Writers

2009-12-02T08:40:00.000-08:00

Janea Green, the district’s writing teacher-on-special-assignment, reminds us that there are many reasons why every student should write frequently. Not only is writing an important way to communicate, but writing improves reading comprehension and performance in other academic areas such as social studies, science and math.

The Writing Site
http://www.thewritingsite.org/resources/parent/primary.asp
Parent resources for writing for primary, intermediate, and secondary grades.

Seussville
http://www.seussville.com/
Brightly animated and highly interactive, Seussville entertains children as they complete word puzzles, matching games, and other activities based on the books of Dr. Seuss. Kids can also write a story and bring it to life with fanciful characters, music, and scenery.

Poetry Teachers
http://www.poetryteachers.com/
The site provides ideas for poetry lessons, contests, and activities. It also links to Giggle Poetry , a fun site for students reading, rating, and writing poems.

Make Beliefs Comix
http://www.makebeliefscomix.com/
Students can create their own comic strips on this site that offers animal and human characters with different moods, thought and talk balloons to fill in with words in English or Spanish, and story prompts. After creating their comic strips, students can print them or email them to friends or family.

Kids Can Publish University
http://www.fivestarpublications.com/kidscanpublish/
Student authors, journalists, poets, artists, and photographers can submit their finished products for a chance to be the monthly featured writer on this site.

American Library Association: Great
http://www.ala.org/gwstemplate.cfm?section=greatwebsites&template=/cfapps/gws/default.cfm
This ALA website, collected by the Children and Technology Committee of the Association for Library Service to Children, offers links to a variety of Web resources organized by subject, including a Literature and Languages section.

Fun Brain
http://www.funbrain.com/
This site by the Family Education Network provides free educational games and quizzes in math, grammar, science, spelling, and history. It also provides excellent resources for teachers and parents.

The Lost Generation

2009-12-02T08:32:00.001-08:00

Toy and Joy Applications are Ready

2009-11-25T10:24:00.001-08:00

Toy and Joy applications are ready to be picked up if you and your family are needing help with Christmas. If you would like an application, please come to the counseling office. They need to be returned to us no later than Friday, December 11th.

Guidelines for Helping With Homework

2009-11-18T11:23:00.000-08:00

Guidelines for Helping With Homework
So You Don't Work Harder Than Your Child!
by Dr. Charles Fay
________________________________________
• Set aside a time each day for family learning.
• Set aside at least 30 minutes, devoted to "family brain cell development." During this time, there should be no TV, video games, computer games, etc.
• Model your own excitement for learning by reading a book, writing letters, etc.
• Your child may learn by doing their homework, reading about something they love, writing stories, etc.
• Help only when your child truly wants it.
• Some parents make the mistake of forcing help upon their kids. This only creates frustration, anger, and kids who believe they can't learn without their parents' help.
• Help only when there's an absence of anger or frustration.
• When either you or your child gets frustrated or angry, learning becomes associated with frustration and anger.
• Help only when your child can describe what the teacher said.
• This ensures that your child continues to believe that it's important to pay attention to teachers.
• Unfortunately, some kids learn that it's best to "tune-out" at school and let their parents do all of the teaching at home.
• Move away from your child before he/she "gets it."
• Some children believe they can only learn something, or "get it," when an adult is in the same room...or is guiding them every inch of the way.
• To prevent this dependency, avoid falling into the habit of sitting at the table as your child does their homework, especially when they are on the brink of learning something new.

THE CARDINAL RULE FOR HELPING:
Never Work Harder Than Your Child.
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Achievers Versus Underachievers

2009-11-18T11:13:00.000-08:00

Beliefs that shape behavior

Achievers believe:

It’s okay if things get difficult
I’m responsible for my own happiness
Hard work is the key to success
Hard work and learning lead to pride
I’ve got what it takes to learn to solve most of the problems I face
I have control over my life

“What a challenge! If I work hard, I can do it!”

Underachievers believe:

Life shouldn’t be hard
Other people are supposed to make me happy
I’m entitled to success and all of it’s perks
Hard work and learning create misery
I can’t learn and solve problems on my own
What happens to me is completely beyond my control

“Not fair! This is too hard!”

Ways of modifying unhealthy beliefs:

Model healthy beliefs about hard work and learning through your own language and behavior.
On a daily basis, talk with excitement about your job and what you learn from it.
Set and enforce firm and loving limits.
Avoid giving your kids too much. Make sure they understand that there is no such thing as a free meal.
Expect kids to make their fair share contributions to the home… and the school.
“Catch” them doing well and let them know.

Info. on Eating Disorders

2009-11-13T13:33:00.000-08:00

Do you or someone you know have an eating disorder? Providence St. Vincent has developed an Adolescent Eating Disorder Program. They offer a no charge informational meeting every Wednesday from 4:40 until 5:15 to answer questions about eating disorder treatment, in general and at Providence, and to help explore and develop "next steps".

If you would like more information or a meeting, please contact Providence at 503-216-4964.

Need Help Finding Help?

2009-11-06T10:16:00.000-08:00

Do you need help finding services in Yamhill County?
Dial 2-1-1 (or 1-866-698-6153) for help with:
* Food Resources
* Health Care
* Public Agencies
* Legal Services
* Employment Resources
* Counseling/Support groups
* Housing/Emergency Shelter
* And Much More!