The mission of the Bethel Elementary School counseling program is to collaborate with school and community to promote a nurturing learning environment for all students so that they develop academic, career, and social emotional skills in order to become productive leaders. 

Some school counseling services include:

1. Classroom lessons for ALL classes that teach children social/emotional, academic, and career skills

2. Individual sessions to help students deal with issues of conflict or challenges at school that impact their learning -- individual counseling services are short-term

3. Small groups for students facing difficult situations that impact school success

4. Parent workshops that provide information on a variety of topics

5. Consultations for parents to learn about assistance and community resources

Limits of Confidentiality:

Confidentiality is carefully respected and maintained. The school counselor explains to children that there are certain times when confidentiality must be breached: 

• Someone is hurting you

• You want to hurt someone else

• You want to hurt yourself

• You give us permission to share information with someone else