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My name is Julia Renner. I have been in education for over 40 years. I taught Kindergarten, first grade and special education before becoming a counselor. I have been serving as a counselor for over 30 years; four of those being in middle school. My husband is a retired math teacher, so education runs in the family! I am a mom to two wonderful young men and a grandma to a beautiful 8 year old! I enjoy reading, jigsaw puzzles and traveling.

I feel so blessed to be able to serve as the counselor here at Woodlawn Hills Elementary. I look forward to another great year working with you and your child!

HOLA. My name is Angie Zulaica. I have been educator for almost 20 years, with 9 years of teaching experience as a bilingual elementary teacher. This will be my first year as a counselor and I am very much looking forward to it. I am happily married, raising a teenage boy and have adorable step-grand babies. I love to travel and have a pet turtle named Shelldon.

We look forward to serving the students and families here at Woodlawn Hills Elementary. Our mission is to provide a guidance program that meets the needs of our student population. Services may include guidance classes, small group, individual counseling, and behavior intervention. We strive to include the needs of our families and will provide resources as needed.

We look forward to working with your child(ren) and your family this year. Please feel free to contact us with questions or concerns. If we are not available, please leave a message and we will do our best to get back to you as soon as possible. Ms. Renner does not speak Spanish, however, Ms. Zulaica is able to translate. We work hard to communicate effectively with all family members and students.

Julia Renner, Counselor phone: 210-438-6565 email: jrenner@saisd.net

Angie Zulaica, Counselor phone: 210-438-6565 email: azulaica1@saisd.net (bilingual)

Edith White, Counselor Clerk phone: 210-438-6565 email:

Sincerely,

Julia Renner, Counselor

Angie Zulaica, Counselor

Edith White, Counselor Clerk

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WOODLAWN HILLS KINDNESS KAMPAIGN

Woodlawn Hills staff and students all participated in a variety of kindness activities during the Woodlawn Hills Kindness Kampaign in February. The students learned the importance of being kind to others and accepting others, and how that can make the world a better place for everyone.

Teasing and Bullying
Trauma & Suicide
Anxiety and Behavior
Community Resources

What do I do about teasing and bullying?

All staff at Woodlawn Hills Elementary take an active role in the prevention and intervention of teasing and bullying. Parents must also take an active role by teaching their children appropriate responses to unwanted interactions, discussing their child’s friendships and relationships at school and listening to their child’s concerns. Below are several links to helpful information regarding teasing and bullying and how you can support your child.

How to report harmful behaviors: Students and parents are encouraged to report any concerns regarding bullying to any staff member here at Woodlawn Hills Elementary.

It is very important that Police and Community engage in communication to develop relationships of trust and respect. Our communities remain safe environments when we

work together in keeping our streets safe. The SAISD Police Department encourages the community to continue reporting suspicious or criminal activity to the police

department. SAISD Police Officers are available twenty-four hours a day by calling our Dispatch Center (210) 271-3124 or our new number being activated soon (210) 354-

9000. Feel free to approach any SAISD Police Officer without the fear of your immigration status. Remember, SAISD Police Officers are here to protect and serve

our communities.

If you are not comfortable reporting a crime or suspicious activity to an SAISD Police Officer, feel free to contact any school administrator (Principal, Assistant Principal,

Teacher or Counselor). If you are uncomfortable reporting a crime or suspicious activity in person, report it through the SAISD Safe School Program by using phone (210) 227-8477, www.p3campus.com, or P3 mobile app. You will remain anonymous. P3 is monitored by SAISD Police 24 hours a day -seven days a week. P3 can be found on the district and school web site on the Anonymous Reporting tab.

If you SEE SOMETHING – HEAR SOMETHING – SAY SOMETHING.

Help us keep each other safe.

Teasing exists in three major forms: playful, hurtful, and educational. Teasing can have a variety of effects, depending on how it is used and its intended effect. It can best be defined as statements or actions carried out in a lighthearted manner to poke fun and make both parties laugh with no intention to harm. It is generally reciprocal in nature, give and take where both parties may tease back and forth. Fun lighthearted and respectful teasing is usually intended to lighten the mood between friends and can actually strengthen their relationship, portraying a special bond between them. If the line is crossed, the behavior always stops if either party objects or becomes upset.

Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Bullying is intended to cause harm. Bullying can take the form of ostracizing and spreading hurtful gossip. Today, bullying is a common behavior online in social apps and gaming apps. It is imperative that parents are aware of their child’s online activities and use parental controls to help prevent dangerous and hurtful interactions.

Dealing with teasing

https://www.chicagoparent.com/uncategorized/child-can-stand-teasing/

https://www.loveandlogic.com/pages/tease-proof-your-kids

https://www.babycenter.com/child/behavior/teasing-how-to-nip-it-in-the-bud-ages-6-to-8_67710

https://www.verywellfamily.com/why-kids-tease-and-how-to-help-your-child-handle-it-2765055

Teasing Vs. Bullying

https://www.understood.org/en/articles/difference-between-teasing-and-bullying

https://www.verywellfamily.com/how-to-deal-with-teasing-and-subtle-forms-of-bullying-4065070

Bully Prevention

https://www.ourfamilyworld.com/bullying-and-cyberbullying/bullying-prevention-bullying-and-cyberbullying/stop-bullying-tips-articles/

https://www.scholastic.com/parents/family-life/social-emotional-learning/social-skills-for-kids/bullying-and-teasing-no-laughing-matter.html

How to help my child handle bullying

https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/bullies.html

https://childmind.org/article/how-to-arm-your-child-against-bullying/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/passive-aggressive-diaries/201601/5-do-s-and-don-ts-helping-kids-handle-bullying

https://www.parents.com/kids/problems/bullying/bully-proof-your-child-how-to-deal-with-bullies/

Help! My Child Is a bully

https://childmind.org/article/what-to-do-if-your-child-is-bullying/

https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/no-bullying.html

https://justsayyes.org/jsy-blog/could-my-child-be-a-bully/

Parenting can be an overwhelming task. As parents, we often question if what we are doing is right. Below please find links on information and ideas on effective parenting strategies.

In today’s world 50% of young children experience some sort of trauma. Traditional parenting skills often fall short in providing the needs of these children. Traumatic experiences can include:

Physical, sexual, or psychological abuse and neglect (including trafficking)
Natural and technological disasters or terrorism
Family or community violence (including racism)
Sudden or violent loss of a loved one (includes separation)
Substance use disorder (personal or familial)
foster care and adoptive contexts
Refugee and war experiences (including torture)
Serious accidents or life-threatening illness
Military family-related stressors (e.g., deployment, parental loss or injury)
Multi-year global pandemics

Children respond to trauma in a variety of ways. Children can respond with hyperactivity, restlessness,

disorganization, oppositional behaviors, and trouble focusing. In some cases, trauma can result in depression, aggression, self-harming behaviors, and suicidal tendencies.

If you are seeking additional information, there are several links below to help you. If you suspect that your child is suffering from trauma, please get in contact with someone who can help. As a parent of a child who suffered from trauma, I understand how helpless you can feel when trying to help your child who is hurting. I also understand the importance of reaching out to get help as soon as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact me for a conference.

If you or a family member has thoughts of suicide, call the Suicide HOTLINE at 988 immediately. If your child has mentioned suicide or written about it, do not leave them alone and seek help right away.

Childhood Trauma

https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubpdfs/child-trauma.pdf

https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/experimentado-trauma/

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/trauma-and-children-tips-for-parents#rpl-skip-link

https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/7-ways-to-help-child-heal-from-trauma-0327185

https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/trauma-care.html

Self-Harm & Cutting

https://www.newhavenrtc.com/self-harm-help/effective-therapies-for-adolescent-cutting/

https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/you-found-out-your-daughter-is-cutting-what-should-you-do/

Suicide Awareness

https://childmind.org/article/youre-worried-suicide/

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/emotional-problems/Pages/Ten-Things-Parents-Can-Do-to-Prevent-Suicide.aspx