Middle School Counseling

Big Idea 1: Understanding Self as an Individual and as a Member of Diverse Local and Global Communities

• Identify thoughts and feelings and how they relate to self-concept
• Recognize the different roles and responsibilities people play in the family, school, and community, and how those roles and responsibilities are interrelated.
• Recognize personal ways for the individual to contribute as a member of the school community.

Big Idea 2: Interacting With Others in Ways That Respect Individual and Group Differences

• Self-assess interpersonal skills that will help maintain quality relationships
• Apply strategies that promote acceptance and respect of others within the global community
• Exhibit an awareness of personal responsibility in conflict situations.

Big Idea 3: SE 3 Applying Personal Safety Skills and Coping Strategies

• Recognize peer influence on risk-taking behaviors and consequences
• Apply strategies related to personal safety issues.
• Evaluate coping skills to manage life changing events.

Big Idea 4: Applying Skills Needed for Educational Achievement

• Consistently apply a system of study skills and test-taking strategies to promote academic success.
• Consistently apply a self management system to promote academic success

Big Idea 5: Applying the Skills of Transitioning Between Educational Levels

• Identify the information and skills necessary to transition to high school.

Big Idea 6: Developing and Monitoring Personal Plan of Study

• Design a Personal Plan of Study

Big Idea 7: Applying Career Exploration And Planning Skills In The Achievement Of Life Career Goals

• Develop an educational and career plan based on current interests, strengths, and limitations.
• Identify and explore a variety of resources to aid in career exploration and planning now and in the future
• Recognize the relevance of personal contributions made to school and community.

Big Idea 8: Knowing Where And How To Obtain Information About The World Of Work And Post-Secondary Training/Education

• Compare personal interests with information about careers and education.
• Identify the training and education required for occupations in career paths of interest.

Big Idea 9: Applying Skills for Career Readiness and Success

• Evaluate personal, ethical, and work habit skills as they relate to achieving the student’s educational career plan.
• Identify and demonstrate basic job seeking skills of interviewing and completing applications.