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The Counseling Program
The Counseling Program
The role of a school counselor can be simplified as a supporter for students, families, and staff. My mission at Nichols Elementary is to maximizing student achievement by producing future ready students through the model of Social Emotional Learning (SEL).
Click here to read, The Essential Role of Elementary School Counselor.
The 4 Components Of Our Counseling Program
The 4 Components Of Our Counseling Program
1. School Guidance Curriculum
1. School Guidance Curriculum
2. Individual Student Planning
2. Individual Student Planning
3. Responsive Services
3. Responsive Services
4. Indirect Student Services
4. Indirect Student Services
The state and district guidelines for counselor responsibilities can be found at this link:
http://www.friscoisd.org/ly/departments/GuidanceCounseling/guidanceK-5.htm
I am here to help students, parents, and all staff members. My goal is to help students so that they can achieve their greatest academic success.
I perform a number of duties in order to achieve my goal. My direct interaction with students occurs in monthly classroom guidance lessons, small group lessons and meeting with a student on an individual basis.
Classroom Guidance
Classroom Guidance
Once a month I visit all the classrooms to present a lesson based on the guidelines. The kids will tell you that I talk to them about a variety of topics that include problem solving, goal setting, responsibility, cooperation, drugs, goals, college, friends, bullying and the list goes on! The complete list can be found on the link above. Sometimes a teacher might request that I talk with a class to help with a special issue and I am always happy to do that.
Small Groups and Lunch Bunch Groups
Small Groups and Lunch Bunch Groups
Small groups or lunch bunch groups are another way that I interact with kids. We meet to discuss a topic of interest to that group. We have a great time! You will receive more information on those groups as the year starts!
Individual Guidance
Individual Guidance
I do meet individually with students to help them through an issue or situation. It is important to keep in mind that school counselors do no provide therapy. Remember that my goal is to help students with academic success and issues that could interfere with that classroom success. If your child is experiencing an issue that affects them outside of school, I have a variety of resources that may help!
Student Support
Student Support
I am also part of the Student Support Team that meets to help make a plan for a student's success.
Other Programs & Resources
Other Programs & Resources
In addition to the 4 Components of our Counseling Program, I care about the basic needs of all of our students. Other resources and programs provided include:
In addition to the 4 Components of our Counseling Program, I care about the basic needs of all of our students. Other resources and programs provided include:
Technology Outreach Program (TOP) - technology loan program
Operation School Bell - new clothes (throughout the school year)
Clothe-A-Child - shopping spree (once per year)
School Supplies - backpack and supplies to students in need
Fastpacs - meals for students over the weekend
Lovepacs - meals for students over the holidays
Link to Apply for Free and Reduced Lunch: https://www.friscoisd.org/departments/child-nutrition/meal-benefits/
If you have questions about any of the services listed, please contact Ms. Dean (469) 633-3954, or deanc@friscoisd.org.
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