School Counseling

What to expect from your school counselor:

Elementary and middle school is where children develop their competence and confidence as learners as well as their attitude towards school, self and peers.

School counselors play a crucial role in helping to develop the academic, career and college and social/emotional skills that serve as the foundation for success.

In order to support and build a strong relationship with students through their school years, counselors:

• Meet individually with students
• Work in groups with students to develop specific skills or strategies
• Conduct structured lessons in classrooms
• Consult and collaborate with students, families, staff, community resources to promote student adjustment and academic success.

Throughout the year your child may be invited to have lunch with the school counselor. They may be invited by a friend who is one of our regular counseling students or they may be invited as part of a lunch group. If you do not want your child to attend a lunch group, please call or email the counseling office. Otherwise they may be in attendance as a guest.

Great Reasons to See Your School Counselor!

Schoolwork Challenges Being Teased or Bullied Problem solving

Anger Management Good News Changes in Behavior

Making New Friends New Students Feelings of Anxiety/Stress

Loss of a Loved One Study Skills Family Changes Attendance