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Counselor's Corner

Updates from Westlake School Counselor, Laura Gradiska ("Ms. G")

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​What a crazy start to the year! As we navigate Distance Learning, I wanted to introduce myself as Westlake's new school counselor. I am Laura Gradiska (Ms. G for short) and I am so excited to work with all of the students, families and staff to provide social-emotional support. My mission is to promote positive wellbeing and school-connection to all students. I hope to meet you soon!


Contact: [email protected]


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Happy holidays! As we go into winter break, I wanted to pass along some holiday mindfulness activities that you can do with your family. Being mindful is a great way to relax unwind, and appreciate the moments. Have a great break and thank you for all that you do!
winter_break_mindfulness_activities.pdf
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This November at Westlake we are celebrating Kindness Month. As teachers and staff focus on ways to be kind to yourself and others at school, I have attached resources for parents and guardians to do with their children to spread kindness, as well
kindness_month_nov_2020newsletter.pdf
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College and Career Awareness - Be College and Career Ready!
Here are some parent resources for you to have discussions at home with your child about College and Career Readiness. Here are just a few tips and resources for you to look through to help your child succeed and be college and career ready!
college_and_career_awareness_parent_info.pdf
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Ms. G's Counselor Corner - Fall Newsletter
August: Counselor Introductions
September: Skills for Learning & Empathy
October: Kindness
​November: Emotion Management
fall_counseling_newsletter_20-21.pdf
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    • SCCS Westlake Page
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    • UCSC Student Parents
    • Yearbook
  • Programs
    • The Arts >
      • 5th Grade Art Project
      • Day of Dance
    • Enrichment Programs >
      • Chess Club
      • Science Fair
      • Math Night
      • Math Mondays
    • Community Events >
      • Coffee&Community
      • Back to School BBQ
      • Commute Culture Counts
      • Movie Nights
      • Under the Stars
      • Bake Sale
      • Spooky Story Night
      • Popcorn&Popsicles
      • Family Arts Night
  • Giving
    • Donate
    • Local Sponsors
    • Fundraising Progams >
      • Drive for Schools
      • Farm Fresh CSA
      • Minted Giving
      • Artsonia Gifts
      • Box Tops
      • Dining for Dollars
      • Walk-A-Thon
    • Your Donations Support
    • Corporate Matching
    • Spring Auction >
      • Auction
      • Auction Prize Donations
  • Store
    • Spirit Wear
  • Link Page