Reflection Paper On Transitions

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Any transition a child goes throughout their school years; kindergarten, moving to middle school, high school, and college, can be a time of stress and apprehension. The anxiety which can come from such a change can affect parents, as well as, students. The counseling department at the West De Pere Middle School is aware of the difficulty which comes from the shift from elementary to middle school. The school offers two new student orientations in August before the school year starts. They send a letter home which details what the orientation will consist of; tour of the school, introduction to the staff, counselors, administration, lunch procedures, extra-curricular activities, and how to open a combination lock. Parents are highly encouraged …show more content…

They have a video specific to guide them through the transition. What they can expect from their student who is maturing and how a parent can help their student succeed. All of this information really can help everyone feel more comfortable with the changes ahead. I have to say I personally would have benefited from all of this information, because when I was in those transitions, there was definitely not that much time and effort put in. It was more of a sink or swim feel to the transitions. Due to my past experiences I will utilize these resources to assist student and help to make the transition as easy as …show more content…

It appears as if the school district and administration feel transitions from school to school are very important. There is an awareness of the varying levels of abilities, so they utilize many forms of communication to make understanding as easy as possible. For example, video presentations are used during orientations, as well as, hands on involvement with teachers and administration. The parents and students are given written information to bring home because of how much material is provided. Anxiety levels can run high and the school personnel is aware of it, and tries to offer these various aids to improve social interaction. The counselors agree all of the work they do to be beneficial to the students and their families. The assistance they receive at the beginning of the year makes the school environment run more smoothly. The students who are having more difficulty adjusting either can be referred to the counselors or they will come on their own. The counselors present lessons at the beginning of the year to introduce themselves and explain why they at school to help them. Other activities they discuss at the start of the school year are get to know you activities, study skills, and how to stay

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