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School Counselor Garcia's Corner

Ms. Nora Garcia

Meet Ms. Nora Garcia – School Counselor 

 

Hello, my name is Ms. Garcia, and I am proud to serve as the School Counselor at A. D. Harvey Elementary. I graduated from Texas A&M University–Kingsville with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies and graduated from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi with a Master of Science in Counseling and Educational Psychology.

As a counselor, my goal is to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of every student. I provide:

  • 2nd Step Guidance Lessons for all students.

  • “Lunch Bunch Pass” sessions focused on developing friendships with peers (Grades K–5).

  • Bullying prevention groups and support for positive peer relationships.

  • Coordination of Section 504 programs to ensure students receive the accommodations they need.

  • Individual counseling sessions and referrals to outside resources for families when needed.

 

I truly enjoy working with students and helping them achieve their emotional wellness goals. Together, we can create a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment where all children can thrive.

SECOND STEP COUNSELING GUIDANCE CURRICULUM
The Learning Gardens Child Development Center Second Step Program

Counseling & Guidance Lessons by Grade

Pre-K & Kindergarten

  • Learning to Listen

  • Focusing Attention

  • Following Directions

  • Self-Talk for Staying on Task

  • Being Assertive

  • Feelings & More Feelings

  • Identifying Anger

  • Same or Different

  • Accidents

  • Caring and Helping

  • We Feel Feelings in Our Bodies

  • Managing Frustration

  • Calming Down Strong Feelings

  • Handling Waiting

  • Managing Anger

  • Managing Disappointment

  • Handling Being Knocked Down

  • Solving Problems

  • Inviting to Play

  • Fair Ways to Play

  • Having Fun with Friends

  • Handling Having Things Taken Away

  • Handling Name-Calling

  • Review

1st Grade

  • Listening to Learn

  • Focusing Attention

  • Following Directions

  • Self-Talk for Learning

  • Being Assertive

  • Identifying Feelings

  • Looking for More Clues

  • Similarities and Differences

  • Feelings Change

  • Accidents

  • Showing Care and Concern

  • Identifying Our Own Feelings

  • Strong Feelings

  • Calming Down Anger

  • Self-Talk for Calming Down

  • Managing Worry

  • Solving Problems (Part 1 & 2)

  • Fair Ways to Play

  • Inviting Others to Join In

  • Handling Name-Calling

  • Review

2nd Grade

  • Being Respectful

  • Focusing Attention & Listening

  • Using Self-Talk

  • Being Assertive

  • Identifying Feelings

  • Learning More About Feelings

  • Feeling Confident

  • Respecting Different Preferences

  • Showing Compassion

  • Predicting Feelings

  • Introducing Emotion Management

  • Managing Embarrassment

  • Handling Mistakes

  • Managing Anxious Feelings

  • Managing Anger

  • Finishing Tasks

  • Solving Problems (Part 1 & 2)

  • Taking Responsibility

  • Responding to Playground Exclusion

  • Playing Fairly on the Playground

  • Review

3rd Grade

  • Being Respectful

  • Using Self-Talk

  • Being Assertive

  • Planning to Learn

  • Identifying Others’ Feelings

  • Understanding Perspectives

  • Conflicting Feelings

  • Accepting Differences

  • Showing Compassion

  • Making Friends

  • Introducing Emotion Management

  • Managing Test Anxiety

  • Handling Accusations

  • Managing Disappointment

  • Managing Anger

  • Managing Hurt Feelings

  • Solving Problems (Part 1 & 2)

  • Solving Classroom Problems

  • Solving Peer Exclusion Problems

  • Dealing with Negative Peer Pressure

  • Review

4th Grade

  • Empathy & Respect

  • Listening with Attention

  • Being Assertive

  • Respecting Similarities & Differences

  • Understanding Complex Feelings

  • Understanding Different Perspectives

  • Conversation & Compliments

  • Joining In

  • Showing Compassion

  • Introducing Emotion Management

  • Managing Strong Feelings

  • Calming Down Anger

  • Managing Anxiety

  • Avoiding Jumping to Conclusions

  • Handling Put-Downs

  • Solving Problems (Part 1 & 2)

  • Making a Plan

  • Solving Playground Problems

  • Taking Responsibility for Actions

  • Dealing with Peer Pressure

  • Review

5th Grade

  • Empathy & Respect

  • Listening with Attention

  • Being Assertive

  • Predicting Feelings

  • Taking Others’ Perspectives

  • Accepting Differences

  • Disagreeing Respectfully

  • Responding with Compassion

  • Introducing Emotion Management

  • Calming Down

  • Managing Anxiety

  • Managing Frustration

  • Resisting Revenge

  • Handling Put-Downs

  • Avoiding Assumptions

  • Solving Problems (Parts 1 & 2)

  • Making a Plan

  • Seeking Help

  • Dealing with Gossip

  • Dealing with Peer Pressure

  • Review

Family & Student Support Services:

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Circles of Care Counseling
https://www.circlesofcareinc.org/about-us/corpus-christi/
 
Coastal Plains
1-888-819-5312
 
Family Counseling Services
361-592-6058
603 E. Kleberg
Kingsville, TX. 78363
 
Suicide Hotline
1-800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
 
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