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Counselor's Corner
Welcome to Our United Middle Counselor Corner
Just like in baseball, you can't win the game without a strong mind—mental health matters at every inning.
email:Cbriones@uisd.net
email: Stephanie.Williams@uisd.net
email: Covall05@uisd.net
Our Mission Statement
Guidance and Counseling Department’s Mission is to implement a comprehensive school counseling program to promote student success through academic achievement, promote prevention and intervention activities to provide a safe and nurturing environment, provide social/emotional and career development, and increase student admittance and success in institutions of higher learning.
[PLACEHOLDER CONTENT] Mountain SD’s athletics program offers numerous benefits to students, fostering a sense of belonging and pride within the school community. Successful athletic programs enhance school spirit among students, staff, and the broader community, with sporting events promoting cohesion by bringing people together. Participants in school sports are more likely to maintain an active lifestyle into adulthood and develop a lifelong passion for physical activity.
Regular physical activity significantly enhances cognitive function, improving concentration, memory, and overall academic performance due to the release of neurochemicals which are crucial for motivation, mood, attention, and learning (MDPI). Sports also teach students essential time management skills as they balance academic responsibilities with athletic commitments (Active Living Research). The discipline required for sports translates into better study habits and academic performance (BioMed Central).
Athletic programs support physical health by improving fitness, encouraging healthy habits, and developing motor skills. They also benefit mental and emotional well-being by reducing stress, boosting self-esteem, and fostering resilience. Social skills and teamwork are enhanced through collaboration, forming friendships, and practicing leadership. Additionally, sports instill a strong work ethic, fairness, respect for opponents, and perseverance. Integrating athletics into the school experience provides students with a well-rounded education that supports their physical, mental, social, and academic growth.
Counseling Resources
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J.B. Alexander High School
Foundation high school program with disinguished level of schievement (DLA) and edorsements four-year plan.
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United Middle School recognizes that school-aged dependents of military personnel are faced with numerous transitions during their formative years. Military dependents who move from one school to another are faced with special challenges to learning and future achievement. In recognition of the challenges faced by military dependents and the importance of military families to our community, United Middle School is committed in supporting our military-connected students and their families.
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Law amends the Education Code provisions regarding bullying to better define and encompass cyberbullying. It encourages school districts to establish a district-wide policy related to bullying prevention and mediation. It provides for anonymous reporting for students, includes cyberbullying off campus and after school hours, and modifies the parental/guardian notification procedure. It provides flexibility in the disciplinary placement or the expulsion of students engaged in certain types of very serious bullying. It authorizes school principals to report certain incidents of bullying to local law enforcement, and provides protection from liability for doing so. It expands the scope of instruction that can satisfy continuing education requirements for classroom teachers and principals to include instruction related to grief-informed and trauma-informed strategies. It requires the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to maintain a website with resources related to student mental health needs.
