Counseling

Welcome to the 2025/2026 school year at Talbott STEAM Innovation!  I believe that all students learn best when their social and emotional needs are met. I am dedicated to the academic, social, and emotional growth of every student and ensuring I am a safe place where all students can feel welcome. This is achieved by providing the following:

• Individual check ins with students / short-term counseling
• Being present in classrooms
• Peer conflict resolution & restorative circles
• Social / Friendship skills
• Classroom Guidance Lessons for Kindergarten through Fifth
• R.O.A.R.S expectations modeled and encouraged with students
• Modeling the No Place for Hate pledge
• Grade Level Lunch Bunches
• Collaboration with parents and teachers

Evidence demonstrates that social and emotional learning (SEL) improves mental health, social skills and behavior, academic achievement, and college and career readiness. My goal is to help all students feel connected, understood, and empowered. I strive to teach our students the importance of learning skills that will have a positive impact on their future. Whether it’s learning how to handle big feelings, making friends, or finding their own strengths. I am excited to expand the relationships I have and to build new ones!

If you are in need of any additional resources-such as food, clothing, school supplies, or connections to community services, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We often receive additional resources and if you could benefit from support we would love to add your family to our list. If you would like to be added to our list for potential resources, please reach out to me at connerk@wsd3.org or 719-391-3477.