Sweetwater High School Counselors are committed to providing a comprehensive counseling and guidance program as a vehicle to assist students in acquiring and using life-long learning and self-managing skills. We are committed to implementing a proactive and preventative program which employs strategies to enhance student academic success, provide career awareness, develop employment readiness, encourage self-awareness, foster interpersonal communication skills and impart life success skills.
Friday, May 29, 2020
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Wellness Wednesday: Building Connection Through Open Conversations
Happy Wellness Wednesday!
May is Mental Health Month. Today let's think about building connections with others.
During this time, you may be finding it difficult to make connections with others.
Not all connections have to be done in person. While spending time with someone face-to-face helps to create the strongest relationships, phone calls, text messaging, emails, and video chats can maintain friendships when distance or time constraints get in the way of hanging out.
If you’re struggling to figure out what to say to someone to strike up a conversation, try starting with a compliment. You can comment on a person’s outfit, tattoo, or a piece of jewelry that you like and maybe ask them where they got it. Use their response to continue the conversation, for example if they tell you they got it at a certain store, ask where that is.
Use your current situation as a topic to talk about. Maybe you’re stuck at home, or you noticed someone is wearing a shirt from a place that you’ve been. Hometown sports, local news and events, or even the weather can also get a conversation going
For more on Mental Health Month:
www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month
Kindness Challenge:
Write a letter to someone who has made this school year better for you. Tell them why.
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates:
www.sweetwaterschools.org/covid-19-information/
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Need to get in touch with your counselor, emails can be found here:
suhicounseling.blogspot.com/p/staff.html
Take care Red Devils,
SUHi Counselors
May is Mental Health Month. Today let's think about building connections with others.
During this time, you may be finding it difficult to make connections with others.
Not all connections have to be done in person. While spending time with someone face-to-face helps to create the strongest relationships, phone calls, text messaging, emails, and video chats can maintain friendships when distance or time constraints get in the way of hanging out.
If you’re struggling to figure out what to say to someone to strike up a conversation, try starting with a compliment. You can comment on a person’s outfit, tattoo, or a piece of jewelry that you like and maybe ask them where they got it. Use their response to continue the conversation, for example if they tell you they got it at a certain store, ask where that is.
Use your current situation as a topic to talk about. Maybe you’re stuck at home, or you noticed someone is wearing a shirt from a place that you’ve been. Hometown sports, local news and events, or even the weather can also get a conversation going
For more on Mental Health Month:
www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month
Kindness Challenge:
Write a letter to someone who has made this school year better for you. Tell them why.
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates:
www.sweetwaterschools.org/covid-19-information/
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Need to get in touch with your counselor, emails can be found here:
suhicounseling.blogspot.com/p/staff.html
Take care Red Devils,
SUHi Counselors
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
California Parent and Youth Helpline
The California Department of Social Services is supporting Parents Anonymous in the launch of the new California Parent and Youth Helpline, which provides support and resource referrals to parents and youth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The service is available seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Call or text 1-855-4-A-PARENT (855-427-2736) for services in English, Spanish, and other languages. Please share this resource with your students and families.
For more information, visit caparentyouthhelpline.org/.
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Wellness Wednesday: Connecting with Others
Happy Wellness Wednesday!
May is Mental Health Month.
Today, let’s think about connecting with and supporting others.
While 1 in 5 people will experience a diagnosable mental health condition in their lives, 5 out of 5 people will go through a challenging time that affects their mental health.
There are simple things that every person can say or do to help the people in their life who are struggling to get through the tough times.
Self-Care Tip & Kindness Challenge:Ask what you can do to help others or ask for help if you need it.
It can be tempting to assume what would be helpful to someone who is struggling, but it’s always better to ask them what they need from you.
If you ask and get a response like, “nothing, I’m fine,” offer up a few suggestions for things you would be willing to do (without being pushy).
For instance, you could offer to “sit” with them via zoom, facebook messenger, or facetime, and watch a movie or eat a meal together.
Here are a few more tips on how to connect and support others
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Need to talk? Reach out to your counselors! We are here for you!
Today, let’s think about connecting with and supporting others.
While 1 in 5 people will experience a diagnosable mental health condition in their lives, 5 out of 5 people will go through a challenging time that affects their mental health.
There are simple things that every person can say or do to help the people in their life who are struggling to get through the tough times.
Self-Care Tip & Kindness Challenge:Ask what you can do to help others or ask for help if you need it.
It can be tempting to assume what would be helpful to someone who is struggling, but it’s always better to ask them what they need from you.
If you ask and get a response like, “nothing, I’m fine,” offer up a few suggestions for things you would be willing to do (without being pushy).
For instance, you could offer to “sit” with them via zoom, facebook messenger, or facetime, and watch a movie or eat a meal together.
Here are a few more tips on how to connect and support others
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Need to talk? Reach out to your counselors! We are here for you!
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Personal Development Summer Course at Southwestern College
This summer, Southwestern College is offering a 1-unit online Personal Development class that focuses on helping students identify their career and major.
It's great way for students to have a better idea of their educational pathway before the fall semester starts.
Here is the link to the course description for more details about the class:
Interested? Contact your counselor.
Monday, May 18, 2020
Distance Learning Counselor Updates - May 18
Hi Red Devils! It's your SUHi Counselors dropping by to say hello!
Should you have any questions, please reach out to your assigned counselor below:A – CAM: Brenda.Chavez-Casas@sweetwaterschools.org
CAN - FER: Nancy.Garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
FES - HERN: Marivel.Arroyo@sweetwaterschools.org
HERO - MEN: Marco.Garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
MEO - PL: Christine.Barragan@sweetwaterschools.org
(sub. for Eleina.Vallejo-Paez@sweetwaterschools.org)
PM - SAN: Lysabeth.Luansing-Garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
SAO - Z: Michael.Briney@sweetwaterschools.org
In our hearts SUHi Lives!
As we near the end of the school year, under these unusual circumstances, we want to connect with you and assure you that SUHi Counselors stand ready to be of service to you in the next few weeks of school.
As always, we are readily available to offer guidance and support if you need it. It is a privilege to work with you all… we are in this together!
Please check out student resources below.
You can also access updates and information at suhicounseling.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
9th Grade Resources:
- Summer School Application: Deadline- May 21, 2020. Enroll even if you submitted a paper appl.
- Thrively ‘Career & College planning’: Check your school email for updates from Mrs. Luansing.
10th-11th Grade Resources:
- Summer School Application: Deadline- May 21, 2020. Enroll even if you submitted a paper appl.
- Access at Infinite Campus Student Portal at Https://campusportal.sweetwaterschools.org.
- Check-in survey: https://forms.gle/zWYRKgUHwHYgS6ud6
- Virtual college webinar series hosted RACC via Zoom! Attached is an Excel spreadsheet with links to RACC institution virtual tours.
- College Planning Video: Big Future and CAPPEX tutorial: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17PQ1IIm1VCfoy1B7cfpJV5xISeDRWSQT/view
12th Grade Resources:
- Senior Exit Questionnaire: https://forms.gle/JEX7tguvuQ1KfaPQ9
- FAFSA/DREAM Act application: It’s not too late to submit. Please use the site that corresponds to you, studentaid.gov or dream.csac.ca.gov
- Check-in survey: https://forms.gle/zWYRKgUHwHYgS6ud6
Should you have any questions, please reach out to your assigned counselor below:A – CAM: Brenda.Chavez-Casas@sweetwaterschools.org
CAN - FER: Nancy.Garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
FES - HERN: Marivel.Arroyo@sweetwaterschools.org
HERO - MEN: Marco.Garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
MEO - PL: Christine.Barragan@sweetwaterschools.org
(sub. for Eleina.Vallejo-Paez@sweetwaterschools.org)
PM - SAN: Lysabeth.Luansing-Garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
SAO - Z: Michael.Briney@sweetwaterschools.org
In our hearts SUHi Lives!
Your SUHi Counselors
DISASTER RELIEF ASSISTANCE FOR IMMIGRANTS (DRAI)
Jewish Family Service of San Diego (JFS) is operating the State of California Disaster Relief Assistance for Immigrants (DRAI) project for San Diego and Imperial Counties. The DRAI Project is one-time state-funded disaster relief assistance for undocumented adult immigrants impacted by COVID-19. An undocumented adult who qualifies can receive $500 in direct assistance, with a maximum of $1,000 in assistance per household.
Please contact the DRAI Hotline for San Diego and Imperial Counties at the following numbers:
San Diego County: 858-206-8281
Imperial County: 760-206-3242
The Call Center is open 8:00 am – 9:00 pm, seven days a week.
For additional information about California services and programs for immigrants, please visit the Guide for Immigrant Californians, which includes information about jobs, wages, and benefits, and small business and housing supports. Visit www.covid19.ca.gov and click on the Guide for Immigrant Californians tab.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Wellness Wednesday: Positive Energy #Tools2Thrive
Happy Wellness Wednesday!
May is Mental Health Month.
Today, let’s think about welcoming positive energy and eliminating toxic influences.
Certain people and situations in life can trigger us to feel badly about ourselves or engage in destructive behaviors. Identifying the toxic influences in our lives and taking steps to create boundaries or a new life without them can improve mental and physical health over time.
Today, let’s think about welcoming positive energy and eliminating toxic influences.
Certain people and situations in life can trigger us to feel badly about ourselves or engage in destructive behaviors. Identifying the toxic influences in our lives and taking steps to create boundaries or a new life without them can improve mental and physical health over time.
Self-Care Tip:
Ask yourself - What is the thing that you need to stop or get out of your life? What can you say to the toxic influence to set boundaries? What can you do and say to reinforce your boundaries or create healthy distance?
Visit here for more tips on eliminating toxic influences
Kindness Challenge:
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Visit here for more tips on eliminating toxic influences
Kindness Challenge:
Share your favorite song that helps you relax with your social media community. Tag @SUHiCounseling and use #BeWellRedDevils
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Summer School 2020
Are you interested in making up credits?
Enroll in the SUHSD Distance Learning Summer School (even if you have already submitted a paper application at the school site).
To access the SUHi SUMMER SCHOOL APPLICATION 2020:
Enroll in the SUHSD Distance Learning Summer School (even if you have already submitted a paper application at the school site).
To access the SUHi SUMMER SCHOOL APPLICATION 2020:
- log onto your district's Infinite Campus Student Portal at Https://campusportal.sweetwaterschools.org
- Select the survey link in your inbox
- Complete it as soon as possible by the deadline of May 21, 2020
SUHi Counseling Distance Learning Update - 5/11/2020
Update for 9th graders:
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Hello from your SUHi Counselors!
Information regarding Summer School can be found here:
suhicounseling.blogspot.com/2020/05/summer-school-2020.html
If students have not yet completed their "counselor check-in survey", please do so here: forms.gle/zWYRKgUHwHYgS6ud6
Just a reminder:
Thrively, a web based program, will help your child gain information regarding their character strengths and get a detailed view of their potential career interests:
www.thrively.com/
By the end of the semester, with the help of their counselors and teachers, your student will have identified their top strengths and explored related career fields.
All 9th grade students are to access the presentation here:
drive.google.com/file/d/18AOLJjqupPo6Bi9bcuLtPwA7qTwXoBUD/view?usp=sharing
You can watch the accompanying video here:
drive.google.com/file/d/1v3Q6FLtopSDnHgBzlClfw5Fcos4vubED/view?usp=sharing
The video has details on the assignments that all 9th graders are encouraged to complete.
Your student will also be able to invite you to view their progress. Have your student add you to their Thrively account.
For more information, contact lysabeth.luansing-garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
If you or your student need to contact your school counselor, please find their phone numbers and email here:
suhicounseling.blogspot.com/p/contact-us.html
Class of 2023 Google Classroom Code: 4ina77g
Update for 10th - 12th graders:
Hi Red Devils! It's your SUHi Counselors dropping by to say hello!
As we settle in with Distance Learning, it is surprising to think we are just a few weeks away from end of the school year. As we near our last day of school, June 5th, we want to assure you that we are here to support you along this journey. It is a privilege to work with you all… we are in this together! Please check out student resources below. You can also access updates and information at suhicounseling.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
9th, 10th, 11th graders…Are you interested in making up credits this summer? To access the SUH Distance Learning SUMMER SCHOOL APPLICATION 2020 application, log onto your district's Infinite Campus Student Portal at Https://campusportal.sweetwaterschools.org, select the survey link in your inbox and complete it as soon as possible by the deadline.
DEADLINE to SUBMIT application is May 21, 2020. Enroll even if you have already submitted a paper application at the school site.
12th Grade Resources:
FAFSA/DREAM Act application: It’s not too late to submit. Please use the site that corresponds to you, studentaid.gov or dream.csac.ca.gov.
10th-11th Grade Resources:
Virtual college webinar series hosted RACC via Zoom! Attached is an Excel spreadsheet with links to RACC institution virtual tours.
College Planning Video: Big Future and CAPPEX tutorial:
Financial Aid and College Planning Workshops
Understanding how financial aid works and how to navigate families through the process can be complicated. The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) is hosting two webinars in partnership with Sallie Mae, a company that offers free college planning tools, private education loans, and online banking to students and families. The new learning opportunities are designed to support school counselors' understanding of financial aid offers and find ways to help students and families plan and pay for college.
Navigating Financial Aid Offers/Award Letters
Wednesday, May 27
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- How to understand financial aid offers
- Key items to compare between offers
- Explore grants, scholarships, work study, and student loans
- Calculate the remaining balance
- Learn about helpful tips and resources such as the such as Sallie Mae's Paying for College Resource
College Planning Tools and Resources
Thursday, May 28
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Saving for college
- Calculating financial need with the FAFSA
- Finding and applying for scholarships and grants
- How you can access Sallie Mae’s free tools and resources such as Sallie Mae's Paying for College Resource
*Participants will need to download Skype for these webinars.
Beyond Standardized Tests: Using Performance Assessment in College Admissions
Wednesday, May 27
11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
A growing number of colleges and universities are expanding the ways they evaluate student admissions applications in order to gain insight into students’ deeper learning skills, such as collaboration, problem-solving, and communication. These skills are best demonstrated through performance assessments, such as student portfolios and capstone projects, that have not traditionally been used in most college admissions processes.
This webinar will look at the outcomes of a pilot program at City University of New York (CUNY) that uses performance assessments to admit qualified applicants with scores below the threshold on college entry exams.The discussion will be based on findings from a Learning Policy Institute report on the use of these assessments for equity and access in the CUNY system.
Undocumented? Going to College? Have Questions?
Live on Instagram every Monday from 3 to 4 p.m. and Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m., Immigrants Rising will provide an opportunity for undocumented high school or transfer students to ask questions on how to apply, attend, and pay for college. Students will receive answers to education-related questions and be reassured that they do not have to give up on their academic dreams. Encourage students to watch at @immigrantsrising on Instagram.
Job Opportunities for Seniors: Electrical Training Institute
The Electical Training Institute offers a TUITION-FREE apprenticeship program for high school graduates. This means you get $PAID$ to work during the day at training assignments while attending school two nights per week to get licensed!
Fill out the form below if you would like to attend an ONLINE PRESENTATION brought to you by the Electrical Training Institute's Outreach Coordinator-Cristina Márquez
Want to learn more? https://sdett.org/
Fill out the form below if you would like to attend an ONLINE PRESENTATION brought to you by the Electrical Training Institute's Outreach Coordinator-Cristina Márquez
Want to learn more? https://sdett.org/
Thursday, May 7, 2020
Virtual Event Dates for Emory University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Notre Dame Washington, and University in St. Louis
Want to know more about
Emory University,
Johns Hopkins University,
University of Notre Dame,
Washington University in St. Louis ?
Check out these Virtual Event Dates
Sunday, May 17
4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (1:00 pm PT)
RSVP for May 17
Tuesday, May 19
4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (1:00 pm PT)
RSVP for May 19
Wednesday, May 20
7:00 - 8:00 pm ET (4:00 pm PT)
RSVP for May 20
Sunday, May 31
4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (1:00 pm PT)
RSVP for May 31
Tuesday, June 2
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET (1:00 pm PT)
RSVP for June 2
Wednesday, June 3
7:00 - 8:00 pm ET (4:00 pm PT)
RSVP for June 3
RSVP for May 17
Tuesday, May 19
4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (1:00 pm PT)
RSVP for May 19
Wednesday, May 20
7:00 - 8:00 pm ET (4:00 pm PT)
RSVP for May 20
Sunday, May 31
4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (1:00 pm PT)
RSVP for May 31
Tuesday, June 2
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET (1:00 pm PT)
RSVP for June 2
Wednesday, June 3
7:00 - 8:00 pm ET (4:00 pm PT)
RSVP for June 3
SUHi Foundation Scholarship for Community College & Vocational School
SUHi Seniors,
Planning to attend a community college or heading to a trade/technical or vocational school next year?
Need $$$ to pay for school?
Apply Now for the Suhi Foundation Community College & Trade/Tech School Scholarships.
Due: Monday, May 11, 2020
Scholarships range from $500 to $1,000
www.thesuhifoundation.org
Planning to attend a community college or heading to a trade/technical or vocational school next year?
Need $$$ to pay for school?
Apply Now for the Suhi Foundation Community College & Trade/Tech School Scholarships.
Due: Monday, May 11, 2020
Scholarships range from $500 to $1,000
www.thesuhifoundation.org
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Wellness Wednesday: Owning Your Feelings
This May is Mental Health Month and we will be highlighting #Tools2Thrive. This week's topic is owning your feelings.
When it comes to your feelings, it can be easy to get caught up in your emotions as you’re feeling them.
Most people don’t think about what emotions they are dealing with but taking the time to really identify what you’re feeling can help you to better cope with challenging situations.
It’s ok to give yourself permission to feel.
By looking for opportunity in adversity or finding ways to remember the good things in each situation, we can help ourselves to recover mentally and emotionally.
Reach out to a friend, family member, colleague/classmate, or counselor if you need to talk =)
More information on Mental Health Month:
https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month
Self Care Tip:Try journaling. Each night write down at least 3 feelings you had over the course of the day and what caused them. It doesn’t need to be a “Dear Diary” kind of thing. Just a few sentences or bullet points to help you practice being comfortable with identifying and expressing your emotions. Here are more tips on how to own your feelings:
https://mhanational.org/sites/default/files/Handout%20-%20Owning%20Your%20Feelings.pdf
Most people don’t think about what emotions they are dealing with but taking the time to really identify what you’re feeling can help you to better cope with challenging situations.
It’s ok to give yourself permission to feel.
By looking for opportunity in adversity or finding ways to remember the good things in each situation, we can help ourselves to recover mentally and emotionally.
Reach out to a friend, family member, colleague/classmate, or counselor if you need to talk =)
More information on Mental Health Month:
https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month
Self Care Tip:Try journaling. Each night write down at least 3 feelings you had over the course of the day and what caused them. It doesn’t need to be a “Dear Diary” kind of thing. Just a few sentences or bullet points to help you practice being comfortable with identifying and expressing your emotions. Here are more tips on how to own your feelings:
https://mhanational.org/sites/default/files/Handout%20-%20Owning%20Your%20Feelings.pdf
Kindness Challenge:Send someone you care about a nice text right before you go to bed.
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates:http://www.sweetwaterschools.org/covid-19-information/
Students, if you have not yet checked in with your counselor - please do so here:https://forms.gle/zWYRKgUHwHYgS6ud6
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Take care Red Devils,
SUHi Counselors
Click here for SUHSD Covid-19 updates:http://www.sweetwaterschools.org/covid-19-information/
Students, if you have not yet checked in with your counselor - please do so here:https://forms.gle/zWYRKgUHwHYgS6ud6
Let's keep in touch via social media using #BeWellRedDevils. We'd love to see your wellness activities!
Take care Red Devils,
SUHi Counselors
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Weekly Counselor Update Distance Learning - May 5
9th Grade Message:
It's your SUHi Counselors dropping by to say hello!
Thrively, a web based program, will help your child gain information regarding their character strengths and get a detailed view of their potential career interests:
www.thrively.com/
By the end of the semester, with the help of their counselors and teachers, your student will have identified their top strengths and explored related career fields.
Students are to access the presentation here:
drive.google.com/file/d/18AOLJjqupPo6Bi9bcuLtPwA7qTwXoBUD/view?usp=sharing
drive.google.com/file/d/18AOLJjqupPo6Bi9bcuLtPwA7qTwXoBUD/view?usp=sharing
You can watch the accompanying video here:
drive.google.com/file/d/1v3Q6FLtopSDnHgBzlClfw5Fcos4vubED/view?usp=sharing
drive.google.com/file/d/1v3Q6FLtopSDnHgBzlClfw5Fcos4vubED/view?usp=sharing
The video has details on the assignments to be completed.
Your student will also be able to invite you to view their progress. Have your student add you to their Thrively account.
As a reminder, if students have not yet completed their "counselor check-in survey", please do so here: forms.gle/zWYRKgUHwHYgS6ud6
10th/11th Grade Message:
Hi Red Devils! It's your SUHi Counselors dropping by to say hello!
We hope you and your loved ones are safe, healthy and in good spirits! Within the last few weeks, we have shared various resources from personal/social, academic and college/career. Below is a compiled list. We want to assure you that we are here to support you. It is a privilege to work with you all… we are in this together!
RESOURCES:
Virtual college webinar series hosted RACC via Zoom! Attached is an Excel spreadsheet with links to RACC institution virtual tours.
College Planning Video: Big Future and CAPPEX tutorial:
You can also access updates and information at suhicounseling.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Should you have any questions, please reach out to your assigned counselor.
12th Grade Message:
Hi Red Devils! It's your SUHi Counselors dropping by to say hello!
We hope that you and your family are well and in good spirits. As the end of the school year nears, we would like to encourage students to continue to do well in all your classes. You may have already heard that our district recently adjusted graduation requirements for the class of 2020. Attached is a highlight of the courses required to graduate, with helpful FAQ’s.
This adjustment is not meant to affect the graduation status of any senior. If we discover any issue connected to this change, your counselor will personally reach out to you.
We want to assure you that we are here to support you. It is a privilege to work with you all… we are in this together!
RESOURCES:
FAFSA/DREAM Act application: It’s not too late to submit. Please use the site that corresponds to you, studentaid.gov or dream.csac.ca.gov.
SWC Preview Day: May 9th, 10am-2pm. Flyer attached.
You can also access updates and information atsuhicounseling.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Should you have any questions, please reach out to your assigned counselor.
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