Position: School Counselor
School: Canyon Creek Elementary School
School District: Northshore School District
City, State: Bothell, WA
Jeanette DeLalla was nominated anonymously.
Ms. DeLalla is passionate about preparing today’s youth holistically for the future, focusing on both academic and social-emotional skills. As a school counselor in an elementary school, she has the opportunity to work with students in classrooms, small groups, and individually. She values the chance to assist young learners, starting in kindergarten, in regulating and understanding their emotions, helping them be more present in the classroom.
The K-5 social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum includes lessons on conflict resolution, bullying prevention, stress management, and social skills. These skills are built upon each year and are integrated into the school’s positive behavioral interventions and supports.