Hello Everyone,
My name is Tina Lunkenheimer and I am honored to be your School Counselor!
The elementary school years set the foundation for developing the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary for children to become healthy, accomplished and confident individuals. School counselors have a strong impact on these years by implementing the proper comprehensive program to create lifelong learners.
I work closely with administration, teachers, support staff, students, parents, guardians and members of the community. I am part of a team that collaborates to create a positive learning environment reflective of our school's core values- safety, respect, and responsibility. My hope is that in ten years from now, the world will be different because I was important in the life of your children.
What I do:
Classroom lessons
· Emotions, coping skills, communication skills
· Conflict resolution, diversity, teamwork
Group work with students
· Friendships
· Social Skills
· Time management
· Promoting positive self-esteem
Individual work with students
· Short- term work to meet social, emotional, academic and behavioral needs
Crisis Intervention
· Help in prevention of crises
· Assist in emergency situations
Advocacy
· Provide parents/guardians with appropriate resources
· Referral assistance to helpful services in the community
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me- I am always here to provide support for our students and their families.
| Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday | Hilltop School |
| Wednesday | Wilson School |
| Friday | Alternating |
From time to time, I have been asked by parents for suggestions regarding books that elementary school aged children can read on topics that may affect their lives.
Below is a list of children’s books regarding topics including bullying, friendship, and divorce:
| The Sandbox | Jenette Stone | Conflict Resolution |
| Nobody Knew What To Do | Becky Ray McCain | Bullying |
| The Boy Who Grew Flowers | Jen Wojtowicz | Kindness |
| Our Friendship Rules | Peggy Moss | Loyalty |
| Do Unto Otters | Laurie Keller | Manners |
| Jack's Talent | Maryann Cocca-Leffler | Self-esteem |
| Full Mouse, Empty Mouse | Dina Zeckhausen | Food & Feelings |
| Mookey the Monkey Gets Over Being Teased | Heather Lonczak | Bullying |
| Jenny Is Scared | Shuman | Anxiety |
| I Want it Now! | Chris Loftis | Frustration |
| When I Feel Angry | Cornelia Maude Spelman | Anger |
| My Mouth is a Volcano | Julia Cook | Anger |
| Emily Breaks Free | Linda Talley | Teasing |
| Mr. Peabody's Apple | Madonna | Rumors |
| Mr. Worry | Holly L. Niner | OCD |
| Is a Worry Worrying You? | Ferida Wolf & Harriet May Savitz | Anxiety |
| Gentle Willow | Joyce C. Mills | Grief |
| Was it the Chocolate Pudding? | Sandra Levins | Divorce |
| The Big Beautiful Brown Box | Larry Dane Brimner | Communication |
| Unique Monique | Maria Rousaki | Self-esteem |
| Just the Way You Are | Marcus Pfister | Self-esteem |
| The Way I Feel | Janan Cain | Feelings |
| The Blue Ribbon Day | Katie Couric | Friendship |
| Don't Squeal Unless it's a Big Deal | Jeanie Franz Ransom | Tattling |
| Me First | Helen Lester | Pushiness |
| The Gulps | Rosemary Wells | Obesity |
| Mind Your Manners in School | Arianna Candell | Manners / Rules |
| Leo the Lightning Bug | Eric Drachman | Perseverance |
| Make Someone Smile | Judy Lalli | Conflic Resolution |
| Hands Are Not For Hitting | Martine Agassi | Behavior |
| Feet Are Not For Hurting | Elizabeth Verdick | Behavior |
| Words Are Not For Hurting | Elizabeth Verdick | Behavior |
| My Secret Bully | Trudy Ludwig | Bullying |
| Simon's Hook | Karen Gedig Burnett | Teasing & Put-Downs |
| Enemy Pie | Derek Munson | Friendship |
| How To Be a Friend | Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown | Friendship |
| Tyler Tames the Testing Tiger | Janet M. Bender, M. Ed. | Test Anxiety |