I have been with Kerrville ISD for fourteen years. I have taught third, fourth, and fifth grade Reading, Writing, and Social Studies. 

This year, I have moved to a new position as the Starkey Counselor. As the counselor, some of my responsibilities include guidance lessons in each classroom twice a month, group counseling (as needed), individual counseling (as needed), connecting families with community resources, and sponsoring Starkey's Student Council. I am here to support students, parents, and staff any way I can.

I have three precious kids and an amazing husband that I love spending time with. In my spare time, I enjoy exercising, growing in my personal faith, expanding my "hobby farm", and learning about health and wellness.

The Texas Hill Country is the greatest place to live and work, and I am fortunate to be a part of an amazing community!

Amanda Martin, M. Ed.

Here are some great resources ranging from Stress Relief for Kids to How to deal with Test Anxiety....TAKE A LOOK!  

Stress Relief:

 https://www.activekids.com/parenting-and-family/articles/13-stress-relief-tips-for-kids/slide-2

Dealing with Test Anxiety:

https://childmind.org/article/tips-for-beating-test-anxiety/

Bullying Prevention and What Parents need to know:

https://www.stopbullying.gov/what-is-bullying/index.html

American School Counselor Association:

https://www.schoolcounselor.org/

The Texas Comprehensive , Developmental Guidance, and Counseling Program Model

https://1.cdn.edl.io/z4Q9iEA3UJ17Z1XoMHTFM79SyP5p0FDIo5s1kKcjNfGPF9La.pdf

All About Respect:

https://ed.ted.com/on/gGcZ8ATe