WELCOME TO THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR!
Dear Students and Families,
Our names are Ms. Liu and Ms. Barot and we are the professional school counselors at El Marino Language School for this school year.
We are so excited to be here and support all students with their academic success, social-emotional development, and college and career readiness. We are big believers in early education and equipping children with helpful tools and knowledge that will prepare them for future success! Our website is designed to have multiple resources for students and families. Each tab is described below:
Home Page: Introduction, school counselor's role, new announcements, and virtual office.
Monthly Theme: Explanation of our monthly school theme, counselor assembly videos, and additional resources about that topic.
Curriculum: Throughout the school year I deliver classroom lessons. I will be posting these lessons here to provide transparency and knowledge.
Parents/Guardians: Weekly newsletters, social-emotional learning activities, and parenting resources.
Students: Activities and social-emotional learning resources for Tk-2nd and 3rd-5th. Virtual Calming Tab.
LGBTQIA+/Gender Identity: Resources and education for families on the LGBTQIA+ population and gender identity.
Grief and Loss: Activities and resources to help your child deal with grief and loss.
Anti-Racism/Anti-Hate: Research and resources on anti-racism/anti-hate.
Bullying Prevention: Resources to talk about bullying prevention and CCUSD bullying protocols.
Contact us: Find different ways you can get in touch with us.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us. We are looking forward to working with your kiddos this year!
Kindly,
Ms. Liu and Ms. Barot
School Counseling Program Mission
Our counseling program is committed to aligning with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards to provide a comprehensive, data-driven approach to student support. We are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where each student can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. We to aim empower students through embracing the diversity of our community and promoting resiliency and cultural competence. Collaborating with students, families, and staff, we work to ensure that every student receives holistic support that celebrates their unique backgrounds and encouraging lifelong learning.
Understanding the Counselor's Role
National Model
A comprehensive school counseling program is aligned with the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Model and emphasizes the use of evidence-based practices in order to deliver effective and efficient services.
Three Domains
A comprehensive school counseling program aims to serve all students and set them up for success in three domains: academics, socio-emotional development, and college/career readiness.
Equity and Access
It is an inclusive program that utilizes systems of organization, structure, collaboration, and evaluation to provide a multitude of services for all students.
