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October 12, 2026
Mrs. McKenna Gurney from the GLW Children’s Council has begun visiting Burwell Elementary students in grades 2–6 to teach lessons through the Too Good for Drugs program. The program will run for approximately 10–15 weeks, giving students the opportunity to develop important life skills and practice making positive choices.
Students are beginning to learn the six steps of goal setting and are putting these skills into practice by developing individual and classroom goals. Through these lessons, students are learning the importance of setting goals, making positive choices, and working toward success.
Mrs. Gurney visits during Miss Tetschner’s guidance time, where she and Miss T co-teach many of the lessons. By working together, they provide students with engaging learning experiences and opportunities to practice and apply new skills in their everyday lives.
Most weeks, students will bring home homework related to the lessons. Parents and guardians are encouraged to take time to discuss these assignments with their children. These conversations are a great way to reinforce the skills students are learning at school and encourage them to continue working toward their goals at home.
