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Start Smart: Essential Tips for First-Year Elementary School Counselors

Congratulations! You’ve landed your first job as an elementary school counselor—an exciting and rewarding role where you’ll make a lasting impact on young lives. But between setting up your office and learning everyone’s name, the first year can also feel overwhelming. To help you thrive (not just survive!), here are key tips and truths every…

Loving the Skin You Are In: Promoting Positive Body Image in Elementary Students

By Lynne Watts

In today’s world, where unrealistic beauty standards are constantly portrayed in media and social platforms, fostering a positive body image in children is more important than ever. As elementary school counselors, we have a unique opportunity to guide young students in embracing their bodies with confidence and self-love. How Counselors Can Help Students Develop a…