Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her)

I am an elementary school counselor in Independence School District #ISDstrong. I am also a mother, animal and nature lover.

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

@Mr_WalkerT Congratulations!!! 🎉

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

@CounselorHood @ASCAtweets Congratulations!!! 🎉

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

@JusticeHorn_ @Mr_HensonReads @kmichael257 Thank you for this!!

[Liberty High School Theatre @LHS__Thespians]

Join us over on Instagram later this evening as we follow cast member and designer Mary Bates backstage for a behind the scenes look at Arsenic and Old Lace!

https://t.co/qC6fyIQbqo

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

Ready for @myMSCA Take Ten conference!!

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

@myMSCA @Ingridburnett Thank you ladies! I am honored to be Ingrid’s successor at Santa Fe Trail in Independence!

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

@CounselorHood @ASCAtweets I just got added to the Principal Leadership Team for this coming school year. I’m excited to join this group!

[MO School Counselors @myMSCA]

Missouri’s very own Olivia Carter honored on stage for being the NATIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR OF THE YEAR!!!!!

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

@CounselorHood @ASCAtweets @ITELeaders Yeah!!! Congratulations!! I am so happy for you! Way to go! 👏👏

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

Second dose ✅ Thank you @ISDSchools for making the process easy!

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

Empathy... ❤️❤️❤️

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

Yes! Every time I teach students mindfulness techniques I always explain mindfulness won’t make the problems go away, but you will be better able to problem solve. #schoolcounselor

[Everyday Mindfulness @MindfulEveryday]

#mindfulness won’t stop you from experiencing anger, anxiety or sadness, but it can help you to process these emotions in a healthier way.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Children start school with wide eyed wonder, curiosity, and a natural desire to explore and learn. No child starts school with a desire for standardized testing.

[KSHB 41 News @KSHB41]

FINAL | Liberty 53, Fort Zumwalt North 51

MSHSAA Class 6 semifinals

The Blue Jays (26-3) will now face Springfield Kickapoo (27-2) for the state title at 6 p.m. on Saturday at JQH Arena in Springfield.

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

Such a great day!! Thank you @ISDSchools for helping to keep us safe! #CovidVaccine

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

I am so excited this email arrived today!! I filled out my info immediately. Vaccinate school staff! #schoolcounselor #elementaryschoolcounselor

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

I’m All In for PD because I love learning and want to provide the very best for my students! Today is “keep your lid on” (hat day). Remember to breathe... #NSCW21 @ASCAtweets @myMSCA

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

Day 2: A day in the life of an educator #7days7pics I was nominated by @CounselorHood Representation matters. #BLMatSchool #schoolcounselor

[Leslie Bates, NCC (she/her) @LeslieEBates]

Overheard a popular 5th grade boy (who is taller than me) tell a fellow 5th grader I was his best friend. I asked if I heard him right and he said “Yeah!” And with all seriousness followed with, “Because you listen to me!” ❤️❤️ Made my year! #schoolcounselors #NSCW21

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#NSCW21

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Happy National School Counseling Week! I am All In for Students! @ASCAtweets #schoolcounselor