Guidance

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Dale Sadler - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mr. Sadler is a School Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider, speaker, minister, artist, and writer. He graduated from Freed-Hardeman University in '99 with a degree in Bible & from Western Kentucky University in '04 with a graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. His writings have been featured in the newsletter for the Tennessee Association of Marriage & Family Therapy, Kaio (a Christian magazine for teens), Church Growth, and various middle Tennessee newspapers.

In his spare time, Mr. Sadler writes for his website atwww.insearchformore.com.


 

Click here to read the Guidance Newsletter.

 


 UPCOMING GUIDANCE SESSIONS (Dates are subject to change)

 

November 30 – “Body Image & Self-Esteem”

Body Image is the way a person perceives his or her body and how it affects his or her feelings. Excessive worry or dissatisfaction over one’s image can lead to mental illnesses such as Eating Disorders, Depression and/or Anxiety. Michelle Nevels will be here from the Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee to present on this topic. This is for the 7th grade through Social Studies. First & seventh periods of Cothron & Wilson will meet in the auditorium.

 

January 19

6th grade TAATU Day – This is an all day event. We’re working on our presenters right now. You’ll receive a detailed schedule as soon as one is available.

 

My baby-girl is due November 16. I plan on being out for two weeks when she’s born. Mr. Butler is getting a substitute to help with tutoring. While I’m gone, see Mr. Butler or Mrs. Denney if you are concerned about a student’s safety and it requires immediate attention.

 


 

 

Guidance Helps Students . . .

 

To Learn - Academic

To Live - Personal / Social

To Work - Vocational / Career Aspirations

 


 

 

Suggested Reading for Parents:

 

How Children Raise Parents by Dan B. Allender, PhD

 

Lost Boys: Why Our Sons Turn Violent and How We Can Save Them by  James Garbarino, PhD

 

The Five Love Languages of Teenagers by Gary Chapman

 

Visit Mr. Sadler's website to read reviews on these books and others concerning parenting, marriage, and family. www.insearchformore.com

 


 

How do I see the counselor, Mr. Sadler?

 

Teachers:

Teachers who are concerned about a student can fill out a form (green - 8th, yellow - 7th, blue - 6th). A word of mouth referral is also appreciated.

Parents:

Parents may call Mr. Sadler or come by the school to discuss any issue regarding their children. He is here to help.

Students:

Students can also fill out a referral form for themselves or if they are concerned about a friend. Also, if you see Mr. Sadler in the hallway, let him know you need to talk. If it is urgent that you see Mr. Sadler, you may also ask your teacher.

 

 


 

 Additional Links:

We are proud to be a part of the pilot program for CSS - Counseling Support Services.

 

www.methfreetn.org

 

Youth Alternatives: Helping children succeed
www.eckerd.org


 

www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1800-273-8255

 

Internet Safety Resources
www.ikeepsafe.org

 
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