Ryan Buckley is in the counseling center pretty upset about how her test went today.

She felt ill and

distracted during her test, and fears that she will receive a very poor grade which will affect her overall
quarter grade. She is wondering if there is a chance that she can make up what she missed in tutorial
today, or at least come speak to you about how to make up points so it wont result in an overall poor
grade.

Thanks!

Lizzie Blair
Counseling Intern
Highland Middle School
(425)456-7299

From: Blair, Elizabeth A
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 9:40 AM
To: Freimanis, Brianna
Subject: RB


Shes welcome to come speak with me. The students still have tomorrow to work on their essay, but
Id be happy to answer any questions and help her out if possible.
Brianna


Hey Dan,
I spoke with Victor Madrigals mom today and she was wondering about SOAR for him. Was he
is SOAR before? Below are his last semester grades and current grades.
Thanks



Lizzie Blair
School Counseling Intern
Highland Middle School

From: Blair, Elizabeth A
Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 10:52 AM
To: Milton, Daniel J
Subject: VM

Victor was in SOAR last year and the intervention was unsuccessful. His grades did not improve and his
SOAR teachers spent much of their time trying to control his behavior and work avoidance. At the
beginning of the year it was decided that SOAR was not a proper placement for him.
Dan

From: Milton, Daniel J
Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 10:58 AM
To: Blair, Elizabeth A
Subject: RE: VM

Last year he received an ADHD diagnosis and has been taking medications, and I have heard from
teachers feedback that his behavior has improved this year. His mom mentioned she would like for him
to have another chance in SOAR, could he possibly be eligible for 4
th
quarter to see how it goes?

From: Blair, Elizabeth A
Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 11:12 AM
To: Milton, Daniel J
Subject: RE: VM

We can place him into consideration. There are a few factors that go into determining placement. First
we look at how many students are returning from 3
rd
quarter, then we consider new students. After we
figure out how much room we have, we ask teachers for feedback. Please dont commit to her at this
point. His grades are so low that I am doubtful that SOAR would help much, but I will ask his teachers
what they think.

Has anybody considered Victor for guidance team?

I am in the beginning process of creating a 504 plan for Victor Madrigal for his diagnosis of ADHD, and
would appreciate some teacher insight in hopes to provide the most appropriate accommodations for
him. If you could let me know what behaviors you are seeing in class, and what accommodations you
recommend for Victor to support his success in class.
Thanks for your help,

Lizzie Blair
School Counseling Intern
Highland Middle School

From: Blair, Elizabeth A
Sent: Thursday, January 30, 2014 1:59 PM
To: Daniels, Zachary L; Van Ryn, Jane L; Rogers, Judy (Judith L); Johnson, Nick (Nicolas); Clarke, Sara;
Freimanis, Brianna; Andrade, Nicole D
Subject: VM

Hes pretty great in Math Seminar 80-90% of the time (as long as hes taken meds and isnt too tired).
HUGE difference when he started meds. HUGE. Even his handwriting was like a different person. He
seems to feel really good about math in my class confident most of the time and willing to work hard
because its exactly AT his instructional level.
I do find these things help him get the most done with written classwork and participation/focus on a
day-to-day basis:
~ Checking in after directions to help him get started.
~ Praise/positive feedback.
~ Preferential seating (up front or alone a little away from others or with a quieter hard-working peer
hes chatty so he does better focusing on his work when its quiet around him). He does well working on
computer with headphones it helps him focus when hes not distracted by peers talking/moving
around a lot, etc.
~ Eye contact and name cues to be sure hes listening or to encourage participation.


Miller, Debra A
Blair, Elizabeth A

Monday, December 09, 2013 8:47 AM
Hi Lizzie,
Can you add Danny Pham to your calendar for tomorrow? He had a rough day in debate today
and could use a debrief and perhaps some tools to deal with situations where he is
overwhelmed/anxious.
I spoke with him about being aware of his self-talk and breathing before he got to a point of
breaking down.
Thanks!
Debra Miller
Counselor, Highland Middle School
(425)456-6458
From: Miller, Debra A
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2013 11:00 AM
To: Blair, Elizabeth A
Subject: ET

Hi Lizzie Erik T stopped to see if you can meet with him on Friday.
Debra Miller
Counselor, Highland Middle School
(425)456-6458
Blair, Elizabeth A

Miller, Debra A
Sent Items
Wednesday, November 06, 2013 11:11 AM
Yup! I will meet with him Friday
Lizzie

It sounds like he is also willing to consider an outside counselor as well I can show you the
release form we will need parents to sign. I am just not sure which agency since we dont know
what will happen with YES in January.
Debra Miller
Counselor, Highland Middle School
(425)456-6458
________________________________________________________________
Good morning,

Next week we are having a meeting with William Youngs parent to discuss concerns with his
grades.
We would like to get a sense from you on how William is doing academically and/or socially in
your class. Also include areas of strengths and areas for growth to share.
Thank you for your insight!

Lizzie Blair
School Counseling Intern
Highland Middle School
Sent Items
Thursday, September 26, 2013 10:07 AM
Good morning,
The students below are 8
th
graders I will be working with individually this
year. If you could please take the time to give your insight on areas of
strengths, concerns, or growth I can keep in mind while working with
them. Also, feel free to email or consult with me anytime if you have new
concerns or info for me.
Thanks so much!

William Barlow
Nophear Bun
Olivia Partin
Jazmine Patten
Danny Pham
Stacy Salinas
Julian Osorio

Lizzie Blair
Counseling Intern,
Highland Middle School