Counseling
Mrs. Alisha Morton
- Master’s Degree in School Counseling from Amberton University, Garland, Texas
- Undergraduate Degree in Family Resource Management and Consumer Studies from the University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky
- Teaching Certifications in Special Education (EC-12) and ELA (4-8)
- Worked in the following school districts
- Garland ISD, Garland, TX
- Edgewood ISD, San Antonio, TX
- Longview ISD, Longview, TX
Mrs. Morton is now in her 10th year as a counselor in Garland.
Get to know your counselor
Your counselor is someone who you will want to get to know because she can assist you as you progress through elementary school. Make an appointment to see your counselor.
Phone: (972) 926-2580 Ext. 42755
What can my counselor do for me?
Counselors will help you by:
- reviewing your choice of subject during the registration period (February - April)
- providing study skills and academic information
- providing career and college information
- helping in teacher/student relationships
- helping cope with family issues
- listening to concerns about friends, etc.
- giving you information about life and decision-making skills
- referring you to people or places outside of school for help if necessary
- being your advocate – counselors are here for you!
Counselors for each campus are certified by the state of Texas in School Counseling, have a Master’s Degree, and previous teaching experience. Each elementary school has a guidance counselor to help ensure that adequate support for helping students to succeed and meet their goals is available.
Visit the district website for more information about the GISD Guidance & Counseling programs.
Childhood stress
As providers and caretakers, adults tend to view the world of children as happy and carefree. After all, kids don't have jobs to keep or bills to pay, so what could they possibly have to worry about?
Social emotional learning boards
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®
You can use the Anonymous Alerts® webform or mobile app to quickly, easily and anonymously report bullying, cyberbullying and other sensitive topics to school officials.
Anonymous Alerts® is monitored by GISD Security 24-hours daily and should only be used for serious and urgent matters. In the event of an emergency or life-threatening event, always call 911.
Download the app
To place a report from a mobile device, first download the free Anonymous Alerts® app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store. Then open the app and enter activation code garlandisd.
Counselor's Corner
Routh Roach Elementary 2022-2023
Alisha Morton, Counselor
Social-emotional learning (SEL)-Social and emotional learning focuses on the development of important soft skills including understanding and managing emotions, setting and achieving positive goals, feeling and showing empathy for others, establishing and maintaining positive relationships and making responsible decisions. SEL is a priority as this support will help our students ease back into the school environment and will help foster a sense of community within the classroom and school environment.
Social-Emotional Learning Information Videos:
- What is social-emotional learning?
- Why social-emotional learning matters?
- 5-keys to social-emotional learning success
Social-emotional learning resources for the classroom:
- Social-emotional learning curriculum resources
- Community building
- Calming padlet
- Morning circles
- Mindful lessons
- Sanford harmony kits: kits available through Mrs. Morton's office
- Counselor’s Weekly SEL Lessons- I will be teaching a SEL lesson once weekly to each grade level. These lessons will be scheduled during the time slot chosen by each grade level.
Grade Level |
Day of the Week |
Lesson Time |
Kinder |
Monday |
8:15-8:30 |
First |
Monday |
2:45-3:00 |
Second |
Tuesday |
8:15-8:30 |
Third |
Wednesday |
9:10-9:25 |
Fourth |
Thursday |
8:15-8:30 |
Fifth |
Thursday |
8:45-9:00 |
(Guidance lessons): Lessons will begin (August 30-June 2). Lessons will be 30 minutes and we will meet in the library. The lesson schedule will be adjusted as needed due to district/campus needs.
Guidance lesson schedule for 2022-23
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Orientation to the Counseling Program (August 30-September 2)
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Mental Health and Safety(Sept. 20-Sept. 23)
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Drug Education Prevention (October 25-October 28)
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Bullying/Cyberbullying Prevention (November 29-December 2)
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Conflict Resolution (January 24-January 27)
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College, Career and Military Readiness (CCMR) The district will have College Week September 14-18.
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Career Day (TBD) along with activities
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Elementary students will have supporting lessons based on campus needs.
Individual Counseling- Students can self-refer by asking the teacher to complete a referral form or asking to speak with me themselves.
Office Hours: Monday through Friday
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
7:50-4:00 |
7:50-4:00 |
7:50-4:00 |
7:50-4:00 |
7:50-4:00 |
**Please feel free to call or email with questions or concerns.**