• Counselor: Jessica Bolanos                                                                                                    

     Email: jessicabolanos@maderausd.org                                                             

     Telephone: (559) 673-9119 Ext. 161

    Dear Dixieland Parents and Families,

    My name is Jessica Bolanos and I am the School Counselor at Dixieland Elementary School.  As a MUSD Counselor, I am very committed to the academic, social/emotional, and career growth of all our students.  My role allows me to work with students in many different ways to make sure their time at school is not only educational but also meaningful and fun!

    How Can I Help?

    I provide a variety of services to students, parents, and families. These services include: 

    • - Individual Counseling
    • - Group Counseling
    • - Classroom Lessons on Social and Emotional Learning 
    • - Conflict Mediation
    • - Resources
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    How Can You Get Involved?

    Students can be referred for counseling support by students, staff members, and parents/guardians. Parent permission is required for individual counseling or group counseling.

    Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about counseling services. I can be reached via email, telephone, or by using the Referral link: Dixieland Counselor Referral Form

    Why Mental Health Matters ❤️

    Mental health is such an important part of your child’s success. It affects how they perform in school, how they make friends, and how they see themselves. By promoting mental wellness, we’re giving them tools to not only handle challenges today, but also to thrive as they grow.  As the School Counselor, I Believe ALL STUDENTS...

    • - Are unique, valuable, and capable of reaching their highest potential
    • - Can learn and achieve social-emotional, academic, and career success
    • - Should feel safe, supported, and encouraged at school

    Let’s Stay in Touch! 

    If you have any concerns, questions, or just want to talk about how I can help, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m looking forward to working closely with you to make this a year full of growth, positivity, and success for your amazing children!

                     

                                 

  • As a school counselor, I believe:

    ★ Students are unique, valuable, and capable of reaching their highest potential. 

    ★ Students can learn and achieve social - emotional, academic, and career success. 

     Students should always feel safe, supported, and encouraged at school. 

    ★ Students should feel empowered and comfortable to ask for help and guidance from any/all administrators on campus. 

    ★ Students have the right to freedom of expression within a place of learning that has clear guidelines and expectations. 

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    ★ Child Mind Institute - A series of free, evidence-based video and print resources that caregivers and educators can use to teach their kids critical mental health and coping skills.  

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     Mental Health Latinx / Hispanic  - For parents wanting information about mental health facts and conditions, policy measures, and more, our research and reports, webinars, podcast, blog, and screening tools provide guiding resources and tools to help understand and improve your mental health. 
     
    ★ Social Media and Youth Mental Health - For parents and students who are finding social media toxic or challenging.