Mrs. Nootenboom

Broadway Elementary 2023-24

The role of a School Counselor

School Counselors work with ALL students in the building! They use curriculum for full class lessons and small groups to support academic and social-emotional growth as well as age appropriate career exploration. They also see students one on one in times of crisis or transition.

Mrs. Nootenboom

My name is Natalie Nootenboom and I am the School Counselor at Broadway Elementary. I am new to Broadway this year, but this is my 7th year in CVSD and my 15th year as a School Counselor! I am thrilled to be a part of the Broadway staff and work in this community.

Please look over the pages here for helpful information regarding mental health resources, helpful books and websites for students and guardians, as well as upcoming classroom lessons and links! Holiday supports will have their own page here as we approach the beginning of November.

Do not hesitate to call or email if I can help in any way nnootenboom@cvsd.org

(509) 558 - 4119.

Spring Counseling Program

• January - March
• Child Protection Unit (Safety) Lessons in all classrooms
  
• Review of SAEBRS data to set up small groups for further practice of social skills
• Feb applications for Student Council members to serve second half of school year

• April - May
• Small groups determined by data and teacher/parent referral
  
• Career Lessons
  

• June
• 5th to 6th Transition
  
• Career or Mental Health Awareness lessons
• Summer Grants & Resources for families
  

Applications for Broadway Student Council were given to all interested 5th grade students Monday, 2/5! Chosen students will serve as our “second team” for the remainder of the school year.

Students chosen for Student Council are expected to uphold all Broadway Elementary behavior expectations, be willing to meet each week on Thursday and have a desire to both serve and represent their school. The Council will:

• prepare and deliver Monday morning announcements
  
• assist PTO with fundraising activities
  
• lead school in pledge for assemblies
  
• greet and tour families new to BES
  
• develop and run monthly spirit days
  
• act as Masters of Ceremonies for the school talent show
  
• Other activities chosen by council that promote safety, inclusion and service!
  

Second Step SEL Curriculum will be used in all classrooms throughout the year. View intro video here and click on your grade level to the right to set up an account and learn more about K-5 lessons including the Bullying Prevention Unit

scheduled for fall!