Special Education Counseling
Special Education Counselor, Carrie Andrews
Carrie Andrews is a Certified School Counselor who has been in education for 27 years. She began her career as a first grade teacher and has spent the last 24 years working as an Elementary and Intermediate School Counselor. She is very excited to serve Mexia ISD as the Special Education Counselor and Transition and Employment Designee.
Mrs. Andrews obtained both her undergraduate and master's degrees from Texas A&M University. She is married to her husband Brad who is also an educator in Mexia ISD. In her free time, Mrs. Andrews enjoys reading and camping.
What is Special Education Counseling?
Special Education Counseling is a short term intervention that is solution focused and cognitively and behaviorally oriented. It is available to special education students who require this service in order to benefit from their specially designed instruction (IEP). Special Education counseling is based on the educational and emotional needs of the student as related to school issues.
Transition and Employment Designee (TED)
The Transition and Employment Designee (or TED) is an employee in a school district who is designated as the primary contact for transition and employment services for students with disabilities. Transition planning can help special education students decide what they want for their future and figure out the steps to take in order to meet their goals.
Virtual Calming Corner
This space is full of resources that you may find valuable for managing your emotions and finding calm in your busy day.
Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you are in need of psychological help you should seek the consultation of a licensed mental health professional. These are free resources independent of Mexia Independent School District.
Breathing Exercises:
Calm Coloring:
Mindfulness:
Rainbow Relaxation: Mindfulness for Kids
Everyday Mindfulness for Teens
Movement: