The meaning of life is to find your gift and the purpose of life is to give it away." - Pablo Picasso
Welcome parents, students, and community members. My name is Harmony Salinas and I am excited to begin a new school year. About Me: I attended Calallen ISD all 12 years of schooling. I graduated from Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi with a bachelors degree in criminal justice. I obtained teaching certification and spent 10 years at Magee Elementary in a variety of roles including PE paraprofessional, reading lab paraprofessional, 4th grade teacher, and 5th grade teacher. In May of 2017, I completed my masters of education degree in school counseling at Lamar University. Although this year will bring unique challenges our way, I am confident we will emerge as a stronger community. Please visit the virtual tab for resources for parents and students. I look forward to seeing all of you soon! Stay well and remember: We are all in this together. My goal for this website is to provide resources for parents, students, and fellow school counselors. Contact me with any questions or concerns.
My mission at Wood River Elementary is to assist all students academic, social, and career development by implementing a comprehensive guidance counseling program that recognizes the needs of a diverse population.
My Beliefs
*All students have special qualities that should be fostered. *Students need help developing appropriate social skills to form deep meaningful relationships. *The uniqueness of each student should be appreciated. *Comprehensive programs should address all areas of student development: social, academic, and career. *Positive role models are important in the lives of students. *All students need advocates who recognize barriers, implement interventions, and monitor progress.
Services
*Identification of special populations (G/T, ESL, 504, Sp. Ed.) *Academic Interventions (RTI) *Individual guidance (student, parent, or teacher request) *Small group guidance *Whole group guidance *Respond to crisis *Provide resources to students, parents, and community members