"9/11 Remembrance​"

The Twin Towers were famous buildings in New York City that people from all over the world could recognize. On September 11, 2001, four planes were hijacked, or taken over, by nineteen terrorists and flown into important buildings. Two of those planes were flown into the Twin Towers. The damage caused both towers to collapse or fall down. This forever changed the skyline of New York City.
Over 3,000 people were killed including more than 400 police officers and firefighters.
Since 9/11, more than 2.7 million military groups have been deployed in the same fight in either Iraq or Afghanistan - more than 700,000 of those who deployed did so multiple times. A small number of those soldiers came from right here in the Hurricane and St. George, Utah area.

Pre 9/11/2001

9/11/2001

Present Day
TFES 3rd - 5th Grades Counselor Presentation on 9/11

Meet Mr. Young

The NEW Counselor

Hello! I am Mr. Young and I am thrilled to be the counselor here at Three Falls! I have a beautiful wife and 2 kids of my own as well as 3 step kids; we are what some call a "blended Family". Some of the things we love to do are: camping, hiking, swimming, exercising, playing games, baking, and watching movies. I am a huge sports fanatic of all types. My favorite teams are: Utah Jazz (NBA), Green Bay Packers (NFL), Boston Red Sox (MLB), and BYU Cougars (NCAA). I spent 8 years in the military as part of the Utah Army National Guard "Field Artillery". I have a pet cat named Pete (like Pete the Cat). I like pretty much all foods but I would say Pizza is my favorite...yumm! I enjoy being a school counselor because I get to help students to be the best that they can be and that makes me happy. ​ ​

What does an Elementary School Counselor do?

​The elementary school years set the foundation for developing the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for children to become healthy, competent, and confident learners. Elementary school counselors have an impact on these years by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program and collaborating with school staff, parents, and the community to create a safe and respectful learning environment. By providing education, prevention, early identification, and intervention, elementary school counselors help their students achieve academic success, develop an understanding of career opportunities and develop social/emotional skills in response to issues they face.

Answers to Your Questions
about the new Coronavirus

How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
News about the coronavirus has infiltrated national headlines. This may have led to more curiosity and discussions about how this new virus will affect the public. The Child Mind Institute has come up with some talking points to have with your children. These include:
  • Not being afraid to talk about the coronavirus
  • Discussions should be developmentally appropriate
  • Take cues from your children - don't encourage frightening fantasizes
  • Keep your own anxieties in mind
  • Make sure you are reassuring about the virus
  • Focus on the things you are doing to be safe
  • Do not change your routine
  • Keep an open line of communication with your children
The website has a helpful video about communicating with your children. I would highly recommend you become informed so you can be the voice of stability in a world that may seem a little out of sorts. The website can be reached at Child Mind Institute (https://childmind.org/article/talking-to-kids-about-the-coronavirus/)

"Kids worry more when they're kept in the dark." - Rachel Ehmke, managing editor at the Child Mind Institute

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Additional Resources

5 Top Resources

​These resources are links to sites that can provide additional help and support for you and your child(ren). 

Educational Links