Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year at Gloria Floyd Elementary!
This year, our school-wide theme is “Shine Brighter Together”—a celebration of how much more our students can achieve when we encourage, collaborate with, and lift one another up. I am thrilled to once again serve our amazing students, families, and staff. As the school counselor, I support students in a variety of ways—through individual meetings, small group sessions, classroom lessons, and school-wide activities. Every day is an opportunity to help students discover their unique strengths, problem-solve, and thrive.
Here’s what you can expect this year:
- Small Group Counseling: If your child is invited to participate, you’ll receive a permission slip describing the topic and objectives. You can choose whether or not your child takes part in the group.
- Classroom Counseling Lessons: These lessons are tailored to both district guidelines and student needs. We will cover important topics such as bullying prevention, Values Matter Miami, building resilience, encouraging positive behavior, and practicing mindfulness strategies. Lessons are interactive and designed to help students apply skills in real-life situations.
- School-Wide Programs: We have a variety of events that bring our community together and reinforce core character values. Throughout the year, you’ll see our “Shine Brighter Together” theme woven into celebrations, activities, and classroom lessons to remind our students of the power of community.
For individual counseling, students can be referred by parents, teachers, or other school staff. Students may also request to meet with me by filling out a “See the Counselor” form, available in the main office, online, or directly from their classroom teacher.
Our Student Services team is here to be a consistent support system for your child—academically, socially, and emotionally. Whether it’s a quick check-in or ongoing guidance, our mission is to help every student succeed, shine, and feel confident in their learning journey.
Thank you for partnering with us to make this year brilliant!
Best regards,
Gisela C. Trueba