Counseling
Meet Mrs. Ballard
Hello Kimberlin Knights! I am so excited to continue as part of this amazing KAE family.
A few things to know about me…
· Elementary school is my favorite place to be! I have eight years of school counseling experience and eighteen years as an elementary school teacher.
· I am a graduate of Texas A&M University – Commerce with a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (Education). I am also a graduate of Lamar University with a Master’s Degree in school counseling.
· My husband is a high school counselor in Garland ISD. He and I share two amazing daughters. One is an elementary school teacher and the other is just starting her career as a licensed professional counselor.
· When I am not in school, I love reading, enjoy playing with our dogs, try learning to bake new things, and spending time with family and friend.
· One of the things I most love about school counseling is that I am part of a student’s educational journey from kindergarten through fifth grade. It is an incredible opportunity to be here to see our Knights grow in so many ways from year to year and getting to build relationships with students and their families. Supporting our students, their families, and this incredible staff brings me great joy!
What can my counselor do for me?
School Counselors, in collaboration with educators, help students develop the following skills:
School Counselors promote growth in the above areas in the following ways:
School Counselors can also help students and families by:
Social and Emotional Learning School of Excellence
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is an important part of well-rounded student instruction. SEL develops skills that help GISD students grow academically, emotionally and socially. Our staff works as a team to support all students in developing self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills. These skills prepare students for success in school, work, and in life. People with strong social and emotional skills are better able to manage everyday challenges, their emotions, and achieve positive goals
Bullying
No student should be subjected to bullying or harassment that interferes with their ability to learn or their safety.
Visit the Bullying Prevention and Investigation page on the district website for more information and resources.
Anonymous Alerts®
Report bullying and other urgent student concerns quickly and anonymously to school officials with Anonymous Alerts®.
Find out more about Anonymous Alerts® and other ways to get in touch on the district share & report page.