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COUSELOR'S CORNER

CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone Number: 325-762-3384


Susie Beard- School Counselor

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Hello! My name is Susie Beard and I am the counselor at NSES. I graduated from Tarleton State University with a B.S. in Education and a minor in Special Education. I previously taught in the Moran and Clyde school districts. I began teaching for Albany ISD in 1999 and  taught Special Education and All-level Social Studies. I received my Masters of Education in School Counseling from Sul Ross State University. This is my 32nd year in education. I am married to Chris Beard, Albany HS Vocational Ag. Teacher.  Together, we are blessed with three children, Allison, Abbigale, and Tyler and one grandchild, Gracelyn.

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Monthly Character Themes
September-Integrity
October-Self-Control
November-Politeness
December-Compassion
January-Dependability
February-Kindness
March-Generosity
April-Thoughtfulness
May-Determination
Counseling Referral

A Note from the Counselor

The Albany ISD Comprehensive Guidance Program is designed to align with the Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling, the American School Counseling Association (ASCA), and our local Albany ISD Mission, Vision, and Beliefs.

Classroom Guidance Lessons
I visit each classroom weekly throughout the school year and have the chance to interact with every student during these lessons.  Lessons typically last 20-25 minutes in length and cover topics such as academic support, understanding feelings of self and others, problem solving skills, character traits, conflict resolution, communication, and study skills.


Small Group Counseling
A variety of small groups are offered to students who may benefit from spending some extra time developing academic, social, or emotional skills along with their peers, and to students who are coping with similar life situations.  
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Individual Counseling
Some students can benefit from short term one-on-one counseling regarding academic, social, or emotional challenges. 

If you would like to refer your child for counseling, please click on the "Counseling Referral" button above.

Counseling Agencies 

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​Albany Resource Care​

Starry Counseling

Betty Hardwick Center-Abilene

Oceans​
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Texas Tech University Campus Alliance for Telehealth Resources

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Monthly Guidance Curriculum Themes
September
-Growth Mindset/The Brain/Goal Setting
October-Bullying/Healthy Choices/Red Ribbon Week
November-Conflict Resolution/Communication
December-Self-esteem/Self-Regulation/Self-advocacy
January-Managing Stress/Coping Skills
February-Family/Friendship
March-Problem Solving/Teamwork/Acceptance & Diversity
April-Mindfulness
May-College and Careers


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AISD Anonymous Bullying Report Form


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"I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
— Maya Angelou
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  • NSES Homepage
    • NSES Office Staff
    • NSES Calendar
    • District Homepage
    • Albany Junior/Senior High School
    • Health & Safety >
      • SHAC
      • Bully Prevention
      • Report Bullying and Unsafe Campus Activity
    • Required Postings >
      • Required Postings
  • Counselor's Corner
  • Tech Links
  • Camp Grady Spruce