Zakiyyah Omar, NBCT

Endings Help to Create Beautiful Beginnings

October 16, 2024

By: Zakiyyah Omar, NBCT – North Carolina "Sunsets are proof that endings can be beautiful." This quote by Beau Taplin resonates deeply with me as a National Board Certified school counselor. It is a constant reminder to approach the end of every counseling relationship, group session, and social-emotional lesson with intentionality and grace. As school counselors, we have the privilege of forging profound connections with students, families, and our school communities. Throughout the year, we nurture these relationships, creating safe spaces where students feel heard, understood, and empowered. We celebrate their triumphs, offer support during challenges, and witness their incredible…

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