CONTACT INFORMATION
Email Address: sbeard@albany.esc14.net
Phone Number: 325-762-3384
Susie Beard- School Counselor
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.
64 Encouraging Things to Say to Kids Elementary Parent Toolkit Positive Discipline for Attention Seeking Behavior 10 Tips for Homework Success Suicide Prevention Internet Safety/Cyberbulling Online Calming Rooms Managing Stress & Anxiety 
Monthly Character Themes
September-Integrity October-Self-Control November-Politeness December-Compassion January-Dependability February-Kindness March-Generosity April-Thoughtfulness May-Determination |
A Note from the CounselorThe 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. 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
Albany Resource Care Starry Counseling Betty Hardwick Center-Abilene Oceans Texas Tech University Campus Alliance for Telehealth Resources 
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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"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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