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Mrs. Patel

Contact Information:
Marissa Patel
832-223-5500
marissa.patel@lcisd.org

Hey Carter Coyotes! My name is Marissa Patel and I am thrilled to begin my twelfth year in education as a counselor at Carter Elementary. I graduated with my education degree from the University of Houston (go Coogs!) and my Masters in School Counseling from Lamar University. Prior to coming to Carter, I taught a variety of subjects in third, fourth, and sixth grade. At home I have a wonderful husband, two incredible daughters, and a fur baby.  

I am honored to work in education. As a counselor at Carter Elementary, my job is to collaborate with parents and teachers to ensure that our students’ unique needs are met so that they may reach their fullest potential as responsible citizens and lifelong learners. I am extremely excited for this year and the opportunities that are to come for our students.

Please stop in to say hello! 

The linked curriculum map includes a library of SEL lessons that may be presented to students throughout the school year. While not all lessons will be used, this collection serves as a flexible resource for the counselor to choose from based on student needs. Parents are welcome to click on the lesson links within the map to preview any content that may be shared with students.

 

Curriculum Map

 

 

This school year, we will continue using Character Counts, which will be implemented at all LCISD campuses.  We will be conducting guidance lessons in all classes for each of the six pillars.

Responsibility Character Counts Chart

Character Counts Pillars:

1- Trustworthiness (September)
2- Respect (October)
3- Responsibility (November/December)
4- Fairness (January/ February)
5- Caring (March)
6- Citizenship (April/May)

For more information on Character Counts, visit Welcome to CHARACTER COUNTS!

Character Counts Traits

  • Help your child set (and reach) realistic, measurable short-term goals.
  • Require your child to clean and organize his/her backpack one day per week.
  • Communicate with teachers about child’s progress and any concerns you may have.
  • Create a designated homework area for your child.
  • Make a plan to recognize your child’s academic accomplishments.

I work alongside teachers and parents to help students develop socially and emotionally, and to provide support throughout their educational journey!

 

I provide:

  • Classroom lessons teaching social skills, how to take care of strong feelings, study skills, etc.

  • Small group counseling

  • Short-term individual counseling

  • Consultation with parents and teachers

  • Community resource referrals (including longer term therapy services)

  • Schoolwide programming (Red Ribbon Week, Career Day, etc.)

     

How can I help parents?

  • Helping to handle social or emotional concerns you have about your child

  • Family difficulties or concerns that affect your child at school

  • Referrals for community resources

  • Understanding the developmental changes of childhood

  • Helping your child to be on time to school every day

  • Discussing concerns about your child’s academic achievement

  • The linked curriculum map includes a library of SEL lessons that may be presented to students throughout the school year. While not all lessons will be used, this collection serves as a flexible resource for the counselor to choose from based on student needs. Parents are welcome to click on the lesson links within the map to preview any content that may be shared with students.

     

    Curriculum Map

     

     

  • This school year, we will continue using Character Counts, which will be implemented at all LCISD campuses.  We will be conducting guidance lessons in all classes for each of the six pillars.

    Responsibility Character Counts Chart

    Character Counts Pillars:

    1- Trustworthiness (September)
    2- Respect (October)
    3- Responsibility (November/December)
    4- Fairness (January/ February)
    5- Caring (March)
    6- Citizenship (April/May)

    For more information on Character Counts, visit Welcome to CHARACTER COUNTS!

    Character Counts Traits

    • Help your child set (and reach) realistic, measurable short-term goals.
    • Require your child to clean and organize his/her backpack one day per week.
    • Communicate with teachers about child’s progress and any concerns you may have.
    • Create a designated homework area for your child.
    • Make a plan to recognize your child’s academic accomplishments.

  • I work alongside teachers and parents to help students develop socially and emotionally, and to provide support throughout their educational journey!

     

    I provide:

    • Classroom lessons teaching social skills, how to take care of strong feelings, study skills, etc.

    • Small group counseling

    • Short-term individual counseling

    • Consultation with parents and teachers

    • Community resource referrals (including longer term therapy services)

    • Schoolwide programming (Red Ribbon Week, Career Day, etc.)

       

    How can I help parents?

    • Helping to handle social or emotional concerns you have about your child

    • Family difficulties or concerns that affect your child at school

    • Referrals for community resources

    • Understanding the developmental changes of childhood

    • Helping your child to be on time to school every day

    • Discussing concerns about your child’s academic achievement

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