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School Counselors
Recent ActivityInstructor: Ms. Darwin & Ms. Freeman
Welcome from EVS School Counselors!
We are very excited to announce that our very own Ms. Shala Darwin, M.Ed is the recipient of the PWRCA School Counselor of the Year award. Congratulations!
The school's counseling program at Elizabeth Vaughan Elementary School is designed to promote academic/educational development, personal/social development and career awareness. As an integral part of the school program, elementary counseling builds a foundation for learning based on
The counselors at Vaughan are committed to the goal of "Leaving No Child Behind". Please feel free to contact us for support or additional information at 703-494-3220 or via e-mail darwinss@pwcs.edu
We are very excited to announce that our very own Ms. Shala Darwin, M.Ed is the recipient of the PWRCA School Counselor of the Year award. Congratulations!
The school's counseling program at Elizabeth Vaughan Elementary School is designed to promote academic/educational development, personal/social development and career awareness. As an integral part of the school program, elementary counseling builds a foundation for learning based on
- Positive attitudes towards school and learning
- Personal responsibility
- Respect for self and others, and
- Knowledge and skills for academic growth and development.
School Counseling Program Mission Statement
The mission of the Elizabeth Vaughan Elementary school counseling program aligns with the school mission and vision: to support excellence for all, whatever it takes. The Counselors at EVS provide a comprehensive program that promotes creating a college bound culture and contributes to students’ academic, personal, social, and career development. The comprehensive program will empower students to excel and foster excellence for all.
Please contact your school counselor if you have any concerns about your child regarding:
*Family changes (Moving, illness, death, divorce or separation)
*Sudden changes in classroom performance
*Sudden changes in behavior at school or home
*Peer relationships
*Self concept
Provides information and/or referrals for community resources to families
Self-referral forms are available for students outside the counselors office as well as bully report forms. All forms are available in each classroom.
*Sudden changes in classroom performance
*Sudden changes in behavior at school or home
*Peer relationships
*Self concept
Provides information and/or referrals for community resources to families
Self-referral forms are available for students outside the counselors office as well as bully report forms. All forms are available in each classroom.
The counselors at Vaughan are committed to the goal of "Leaving No Child Behind". Please feel free to contact us for support or additional information at 703-494-3220 or via e-mail darwinss@pwcs.edu
Planning Ahead....
Kindergarten to College Day will be held on Friday, April 1, 2011. We hope to see each and every one of our parents there!
We are very proud of our students who have been accepted to Specialty programs for next school year.
Congratulations!
Rippon Middle School
Hernan Arias
Ashley Gonzalez
Sophia Habtu
Annellisse Moreira
Lexus Torres
Grace Yoo
Beville Middle School
Jackson Ferguson
Reese Hall
Sierra Fries
Christina McLucas
Kiendra Moss
Nidal Qadeer
Makeda Richardson
Congratulations!
Rippon Middle School
Hernan Arias
Ashley Gonzalez
Sophia Habtu
Annellisse Moreira
Lexus Torres
Grace Yoo
Beville Middle School
Jackson Ferguson
Reese Hall
Sierra Fries
Christina McLucas
Kiendra Moss
Nidal Qadeer
Makeda Richardson
Small Groups
The following small groups will be conducted during the months of February and March:
K—Math Magicians
2nd-Friendship (upcoming)
2nd-Friendship (upcoming)
3rd—Magnificent Me (girls)
4th—Salvaging Sisterhood (girls)
All Grades-Anger Management (upcoming)
All Grades-Anger Management (upcoming)
Classroom Lessons
The classroom lessons during February and March will focus on the following areas:
K—Bullying Prevention, Character Education
1st—Bullying Prevention, Character Education
2nd—Bullying Prevention, Careers, Friendship, Goal Setting, Character Education, Test Taking Skills, Communication
3rd—Positive Communication, Working in Groups, Character Education
4th—Personal Safety, Careers, Problem Solving, Character Education, Decision Making, Time Management
5th—Character Education, Test Taking Skills, Personal Abilities
Videos and Podcasts Program Announcements Essay Writing for Specialty Program ApplicationsAll Specialty Program applications are due no later than Feb. 14th. Essay writing will begin the week of Jan. 24th. Due to the inclement weather, students who have not had the opportunity to complete their essay will complete upon the return to school. If you have any further concerns or questions you can contact the school counselor, Ms. Darwin at darwinss@pwcs.edu.
Saturday and Summer Enrichment Program at University of VirginiaThe Summer Enrichment Program is for rising 5th through 11th grade students. This summer residential programs' mission is to engage gifted and/ or high ability students in high quality learning experiences designed to cultivate interest and potential in a wide variety of fields and disciplines. The application will be online December 15, 2010 with a deadline of February 15, 2011. Candidates must submit responses to two writing prompts and request a recommendation from one teacher. If youhave any further questions regarding the program, please contact Ms. Julie Baird at curry-sep@virginia.edu or 434-924-3182.
On-Line application & more program information available at : http://curry.virginia.edu/sep Specialty Program Applications & Essay WritingAll Specialty program applications are due February 14th. This is a good time for your child to begin to practice writing the essay to prepare. Essay writing will take place on January 24th at Vaughan Elementary during the school day. Reminders and more information regarding the specialty program application process will be going home this week. If you have any questions and or concerns regarding the application process, please contact Ms. Darwin, Professional School Counselor.
Specialty Programs Information NIghtElizabethVaughanElementary School
Parent Workshop
Specialty Programs Information Night
When: Tuesday December 7, 2010
Where: Vaughan Elementary (Library)
Time: 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Applications will be available
Topics to be discussed:
· Presentations from specialty coordinators from Rippon, Beville, and Fred Lynn Middle School
· Math and Science program
· Foreign Language program
· International Baccalaureate program (IB)
· Mary G. Porter Traditional School
Please RSVP and return flyer to the classroom teacher Monday
Office of Special Education, Parent Resource CenterMonday Night Parent/Staff Meet and Greet session
The Office of Special Education Parent Resource Center will host a meet and greet for parents of students who attend the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual disabilities programs. Parents will have the opportunity to meet the supervisor and administrative coordinators who will answer general questions regarding programs for students with ASD and intellectual disabilities. General questions about the disabilities may also be discussed. Parents are welcome to attend any or all sessions listed below.
When? Monday, December 6, 2010
Monday, February 28, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
Time? 7-9 p.m.
Where? Conference Room 1101
Kelly Leadership Center
14715 Bristow Road
Manassas, VA 20112
Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact the Parent Resource Center at 703.791.8846 (Voice), 703.791.8847 (TDD), or email bamaher@pwcs.edu.
Sign or foreign language interpreter services are available upon request, but must
be requested a week in advance of the session you wish to attend.
Childcare will not be provided.
PEP ESOL Parents ClassPEP ESOL Parents Class
Thursdays NOvember 18th @ 6:00-8:00 p.m. December 2nd @ 6:00-8:00 p.m. Hope to see you at EVS Middle School Specialty Program Information NightsBeville MS : Dec. 8, 2010, 7:00 p.m. & Jan. 13,2011 7:00 p.m. Fredlynn MS: Jan. 12, 2011 7:00 p.m. Rippon MS: Jan.5,2011 7:00 p.m. Porter: Dec. 15, 2010 7:00 p.m.& Jan. 18, 2011 7:00 p.m. Homework: A Parent's Survuval GuideA Practical workshop offering parents the advice they need to tackle common homework problems.
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Ridge Huntington Learning Center 12379 Dillingham Square, Lake Ridge, VA 22192 (703) 670-5289 Parent Workshop with "The College Place"Elizabeth Vaughan ES and Woodbridge MS willl be collaborating to conduct a parent workshop with "The College Place". This parent workshop will take place Monday, October 25th at Woodbridge MS. This workshop will begin at 7:00 p.m. Please come out to support our vision to plant the seed to succeed and our students' goal to go to College.
Topics to be discussed:
The Young Ladies of Distinction Induction CeremonyThe Young Ladies of Distinction for the 2010-2011 school year, will be inducted into the program on Thursday, October 28th. The Induction Ceremony will take place at 6:30 p.m.
This event is invitation only! Program Information
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Guidance Calendar Parent & Student Resource Links Web Links which are used within the computer lab and the classrooms.  5th Grade student visit Virginia TechAs part of our vision for our Kindergarten to College Program, we believe in planting our students' feet where they plan to be. Vaughan believes in beginning with the end. American School Counselor Association (ASCA) WebsiteInformation for parents about the school counseling programs. Elementary Counseling Services in PWCSThis link will provide parents with information regarding PWCS Elementary Counseling program and objectives. |
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