Parents

Fountain Inn Elementary

The Inn Place to Learn

The Fountain Inn Elementary School Counselors, in partnership with our staff, parents, and community, will provide our students with a comprehensive, developmental counseling program that will equip our students with  the skills they need to be responsible, successful leaders in their communities.  

                   Elementary School Counseling Program Developmental Guidance Model

All programs offered to the students will be developmentally appropriate.  At the elementary level, the school counseling program promotes successful achievement by assisting students in learning the skills and attitudes that focus on decision-making, skill development, awareness and exploration of future educational and occupational possibilities.  The program also stresses core character traits such as respect for self and others and the acquisition in developing interpersonal relationships.

School counselors provide a variety of services related to children and adults.  Classroom Guidance is a large part of my job.  It includes teaching on topics such as social emotional learning, character education, problem solving, career awareness, and conflict resolution.  

Small groups will also be provided for students who may need a little extra attention on certain topics.  The counseling department will also assist in parent education concerning these topics. 

The second area an elementary counselor spends a large portion of their time is in Responsive Services. The counselor, parent, teacher and administrators will work together to benefit children.  Responsive Services may include: individual counseling, parent conferencing, referral assistance, consultation, crisis counseling, recommendations, student needs, exchanging or providing information, and reviewing test data.

The school counselor also Supports the school in community relations, program planning/evaluation, providing an information center, and coordinates some testing. 

The counselor also assists in the area of Individual Planning.  Some plans may include: home/school, accommodations and behavior. 

                    A Parent's ABC's

Ask your child about his or her school experiences.

Begin your child's day with a nourishing breakfast.

Congratulate your child for effort as well as accomplishment.

Discuss homework with you child.

Encourage your child to read.

Find a quiet place for your child to study.

Give your child responsibility.

Hug your child--for no special reason.

Include your child in family decisions.

Join a library with your child.

Keep your child on a schedule that includes exercise and sleep.

Limit TV viewing by selecting and watching programs with your child.

Make the time you spend with your child special.

Notice and discuss changes in your child's behavior.

Offer to help your child organize school papers.

Provide your child with good role models.

Question the activities your child shares with friends.

Respect your child's right to have his or her own opinion.

Share an interest or hobby with your child.

Take time to listen to your child.

Urge your child to come to you with concerns and problems.

Visit places of interest with your child.

Work with your child to set up rules of behavior.

eXpect your child to follow rules.

Yield to your child's preferences sometimes.

Zealously help your children to enjoy life. 

Feel free to call or e-mail me if you have any questions or concerns about your child. 

I  am looking forward to working with you to make this a successful year for both your child and you.