Why Your Child’s School Counselor Visits the Classroom Each Month
Each month, I join your child’s class for a school counseling lesson that supports their academic, social and emotional, and vocational education. These lessons are based on the Ohio K–2 Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Standards, which help students build skills like self-awareness, self-management, social-awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
The school counseling program is developmental—meaning it’s designed to meet the needs of children as they grow—and preventative—helping students develop healthy habits and coping skills before problems arise. Lessons may include stories, games, role-playing, and discussions that teach important life skills in an age-appropriate and engaging way.
My goal is to partner with families and teachers to help every child feel safe, connected, and confident—both in the classroom and in life.
The majority of second grade counseling classroom lessons are based on the Zones of Regulation, an evidence-based curriculum proven to help students with self-regulation skills that include a sports-themed twist.
First grade lessons include a variety of developmentally appropriate read-alouds with activities to further students understanding of skills such as self-control, being a good friend, and dealing with conflict in a positive way.
Kindergarten starts with some heavy frontloading of Self-Regulation skills using the SPOTS Curriculum, then we focus on social awareness and personal responsibility.
These services are being provided to support your student’s academic, social, and emotional growth and are in alignment with
Board Policy 5780 – Parents Bill of Rights, which guides how we provide supportive services to meet student needs. Parents/Guardians may choose to Opt-Out of these supportive services at any time during the school year. To do so, please contact your students teacher, building administration, or school counselor.