Meet the Counselor
Hello! My name is Mrs. (Kamerin) Imperial and I am the School Counselor at Holly Avenue! I love being a part of the Holly Ave Family! Here is a little information about myself and the counseling program.
I have a M.S. in Counseling and Guidance along with a PPS credential from Cal State San Bernardino. I enjoy music, spending time with my friends/family and being with my dogs! I've wanted to be a counselor since I was in middle school! I love helping children become the happiest and best versions of themselves. I love being able to support the students, families, and staff here at Holly Ave!
What do elementary school counselors do?
Teach classroom lessons on social/emotional topics
Facilitate short-term small group counseling
Provide immediate and short-term individual counseling to enhance certain skills
Work collaboratively with teachers and staff
Consult with parents
Provide information and/or referrals for community resources to families
School counseling services
Individual Counseling/Check ins
Topics may include emotion regulation, behavior modification, grief, coping skills, social skills, changing families, problem solving, decision making, etc.
Small Group Counseling
Topics may include social skills, emotion regulation, fairness, conflict mediation, friendship, self-esteem, anger management, etc.
Classroom Lessons
Kimochis - Evidence based curriculum to help students communicate and manage feelings in positive ways to promote well-being and success in school and life. (TK)
Second Step - Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) evidence based curriculum gives students the tools to excel inside and outside of the classroom. The focus is on emotion management, situational awareness, problem solving and academic achievement. (K-2) Click HERE for more information on Second Step including supplemental at home material!
Leader in Me - The 7 Habits of Happy Kids is a key component of The Leader in Me. The 7 Habits is a combination of universal, timeless principles of responsibility, communication, time management, vision, integrity, teamwork and renewal, which are secular in nature and common to all people and cultures. (3-5)
Needs Based - I conduct classroom lessons on a variety of topics depending on the need of the class, grade level, school. Topics may include; Test Taking Tips and Strategies, Zones of Regulation (emotion regulation curriculum), Tattling vs. Reporting, Kindness, Diversity, Study Skills, etc.
5th Grade Transition - I work closely with the AUSD Transition Counselors in preparing 5th grade students for Middle School through the implementation of lessons on communication, being proactive, resiliency, productive study habits, expectations of Middle School, etc.
