Small group counseling is available for students during their school day. This is considered a Tier 2 intervention for students needing additional pull out support to help them be successful socially/emotionally/academically during their school day.
Students are placed into small groups (3-6 students) with parental permission. Students are selected for groups based on data and referral. While teachers and administration usually make referrals, parents are also welcome to refer their own students to check in with the school counselor.
How do I refer my student?
Groups are designed to build skills that a student will need to be successful in the classroom and beyond. Typically groups meet once a week and run for 6-10 weeks. Most group offerings will focus on building confidence and self-esteem, stress reduction, coping tools and academic support. Additional topics may include study skills, executive functioning, grief, family changes, social skills, and emotional regulation.
Please keep in mind that a group setting is not always appropriate for every student. A referral to the counselor is not a guarantee of placement in a group.
If you would like to refer your child to counseling, please reach out to their School Counselor.