Today, we narrow our focus to class registration for Lava Ridge students in the upcoming year. Please reach out for more info and go to our website: counseling.lavaridge.net for additional helps.

In this episode, we talk with Mike Hassler, Washington County School District Work-based Learning & Internship Coordinator. He gives us an overview of the award-winning career preparation program for WCSD students and how our students can begin to prepare now to participate. You can get more info at www.washk12internships.org.

In our third installment of Tough Topics, we address the pros and cons of social media use by our students and give parents some ways to be a proactive part of their online presence. We hope you'll join us for this tough topic.

In the 2nd of our Tough Topics series, we address the world of Video Gaming and how it affect the health and well-being of middle school students. We offer tips to help parents moderate and connect with kids to keep them safe and learning as they participate in this world.

Tough Topics Series #1-Pornography- In this episode, we discuss the ways pornography use can affect young minds and how we see this impact our students. We offer some ways for parents to stay involved and engage with students in developing protective factors that can help our students be safe and steer clear of its harmful effects.

Join us with our special guest, Tami Curtis, Washington County School Distict Social Emotional Learning Coordinator, as she talks to us about the importance of SEL in schools and ways we can promote wellness in our homes and at school.

Today, we interview Mike Carr, our Student Services Coordinator and Homeless Liaison. He talks to us about the various services our district provides to families in need and how to access them.

It's just 5 short years until graduation for our 7th grade students. Planning for College and Career at Lava Ridge helps them know what to expect, how to prepare, and lets them know where they can turn for help when applying for scholarships, colleges, and more.

Updates to our Here & Now program and the importance of school attendance.

Welcome to the 22-23 school year! Mr. LD and Mrs. J are giving you an overview of the podcast and our counseling program. We are excited to get to know you and your students and continue with a great year at LRIS!