Who are my Counselors?

Our School Counselors

School counselors work with all students to help them develop the skills, knowledge, and mindsets to be successful in life. Professional school counselors are trained in both educating and counseling (though we are not therapists). We are a part of the general educational curriculum, providing lessons and learning units on social emotional learning which are taught in all classrooms. We also meet with small friendship groups, counseling goals groups, and community groups including Student Counsel and Mindfulness Club. Counselors also serve as a support for parents, teachers and the student in matters concerning the student’s goals, abilities and any areas needing improvement. School counselors provide services to all students, not only to students in need. (ASCA, 2017)

Matt Hogan : Hi, I am one of your school counselors at Ainsworth Elementary. This is my 1st year at Ainsworth, my 3rd year as a counselor, and my 14 year working in education (I also taught high school English and coached basketball). I really enjoy working with and learning from young people every day as well as supporting their families and teachers. As a counselor I want to help young people develop their emotional intelligence and be able to make decisions that are right for them. I strive to empower students to solve their own problems, enjoy life, and be proud of the things they are doing while accepting that they are good enough.

Tracy Vitellaro: I am so grateful to be your counselor at Ainsworth. This is my eleventh year school counseling at the elementary level and I am passionate about supporting kids and their families. It's my belief that all children have an incredible capacity to learn, love and grow each day. As a counselor my goal is to help empower kids and families, help to remove barriers that get in the way of learning and thriving, and connect families with resources they may need to succeed. In my spare time I love to spend time outdoors with my two young kids, my dogs and my husband.

Conversations between a counselor and student are confidential, however there are limits to confidentially. When a student has indicated they are being hurt, hurting someone else, thinking of hurting themselves, or know of someone else in danger confidentiality may be broken.

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