"It's Your Choice, Make it a Good One"
Jonathan Newsome, M.Ed
jonathan.newsome@bss.k12.oh.us
(937) 848-7831 ext. 5911
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Henry Conte, Parent/Family Engagement and Communications Coordinator, to discuss my first year as the school counselor here at Stephen Bell Elementary.
You can learn more about why I prefer the title of School Counselor v.s Guidance Counselor in this article from the American School Counselor Association.
My job is to support and facilitate growth and development in the areas of academic, career, and personal/social domains. I am able to do this through both direct and indirect ways. Please see below how I interact and support all students.
Lunch groups
Respond to school crisis situations
Build positive rapport with students
Lead annual 504 meetings
Administer and organize building CoGAT testing
Eagle Eats Coordinator
Military Building Liaison
Consult and collaborate with teachers, parents, principals, school psychologists, other counselors, therapists, and more.
Observe students in school environments
Provide resources to staff and families
Involvement with Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports