The Three Village Central School District is committed to improving the academic performance of all students and provides opportunities for students to reach their full potential. The district also supports students in building self-esteem, motivation and pride in a positive, safe and nurturing environment.

School counselors assist students in the individual development and understanding of their behavior and self-worth. The aim of the counseling program is to encourage attainable goals, to assist in the design of positive strategies to accomplish these goals and to encourage increased self-direction. Together with parents, the school community and society, school counselors assist our young people in accepting responsibility which will enable them to assume contributory roles in our ever-changing society.

With emphasis on self-direction and decision-making skills, the school counseling program serves to assist students in gaining a more realistic understanding of themselves and make viable educational and vocational choices.

School Counselor: Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling services are available to all students at Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School. The comprehensive services provided by counselors include: academic advisement, scheduling modifications, personal, vocational, and social skills counseling, crisis intervention, parent and teacher consultation, maintenance and interpretation of academic records, information services, and referral to in or out of school resources for student support.

School Psychologist: School psychologists assist students socially, emotionally, and academically through collaboration with educators, parents and other professionals. Psychological counseling is provided for students who require support in managing social, emotional, and mental-health/behavioral difficulties that interfere with school performance. Psychologists conduct psycho-educational evaluations to assess students’ ability to successfully function in the academic environment and to determine eligibility for special education services. In addition, school psychologists serve as integral members of the Committee on Special Education (CSE), Sub-Committee on Special Education (SCSE), 504 Committee, Instructional Support Team (IST) and Crisis Response Team. School psychologists work to foster a safe and supportive learning environment by holistically addressing student needs.

School Social Worker: School social workers provide clinical assessment, crisis intervention, individual, and small group counseling, and referral services to outside agencies or therapists for students and/or their families. The social worker monitors student attendance and intervenes when appropriate or necessary. In situations where a student is unable to attend school on a regular basis, the social worker may make home visits. As a member of several committees, the school social worker helps to develop and/or implement programs and policies that enhance a student's well-being and academic success. The school social worker is also a member of Substance Abuse, Anti-Bullying, and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Committees.

Student Assistance Counselor: The Student Assistance Services Counselor provides district wide drug prevention and intervention services. This may include alcohol, tobacco, vaping and other drug related concerns. The services are offered as individual counseling, group counseling, and working with all students to build prevention skills and knowledge about concerning topics. The Student Assistance Services Counselor coordinates parent and faculty presentations on prevention strategies and connects students to larger community initiatives to build awareness.