We Believe:

• Every student Matters

• Every student has the right to privacy and confidentiality

• Every student has the opportunity to succeed in their education and beyond

• Every student should have access to the delivery of the comprehensive school counseling program

Confidentiality:

Elementary school students are beginning to understand the value of privacy, for themselves, their families and others. Respecting this right to privacy, or confidentiality, is fundamental to a counseling relationship. It allows students an opportunity to share their concerns with a trusted adult who will listen non-judgmentally and help them problem-solve in an environment of physical and emotional safety.

Information that students share in the context of counseling (or that parents share in private consultation) will be kept confidential. However, there are limits to maintaining confidentiality as required by law and ethics. These include:

• Intent to harm self or others • Suspected abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult• An appropriate court order is received

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