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School Counselors Role in Student's Academics
School Counselors Role in Student's Academics
The role the school counselor plays in students in academics (in middle school) is helping students succeed in school and prepare for post-secondary options. This includes but is not limited to individual, small group, and large group counseling (time-management, study skills, anxiety related to academics, etc.). Also planning the career fair and connecting student with resources such as online tutoring, peer tutoring, and additional resources.
Small Group
Small Group
Small Group: school counselor meets with (ideally) 4-6 students to discuss with specific focus with the goal of connecting with peers, learning from each other, and receiving targeted support for their specific needs for a specified amount of time (usually 6-8 weeks, once a week.
Resources
Resources
Tutor.com
Tutor.com
Through the Gwinnett County Public library students can access FREE online tutoring.
Peer Tutoring
Peer Tutoring
Additional Supports
Additional Supports
If you have tried multiple interventions and you feel like your child's needs are beyond tutoring, etc. and needs additional help (supports, accommodations)?
Talk to your child's pediatrician
Consider requesting a Student Support Team (SST) meeting to explore whether your child could be better served and supported by a 504 or IEP (Special Education)
Follow this link to learn more about 504 Plan*
Follow this link to learn more about an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)*
*The links provided are for general informational purposes only. GSMS & GCPS are not liable for any inaccuracies, errors, or damages resulting from its use. Seek professional advice before relying solely on the information provided.
What are some of your options if you feel like the traditional school setting is not the right fit for your student?
Gwinnett Online Campus GOC
Homeschooling - GCPS Home School Information & GA DOE Home School Information
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