About PMS Counseling
About Counseling at Peterson
The Peterson Middle School counseling department strives to promote academic achievement while attending to the social and emotional needs of our students. We offer a comprehensive counseling and guidance program that aligns with the National Model for School Counseling:
Tiered Interventions
Tier 1 (all students) - Classroom Counseling Lessons given in the Academic, Social Emotional, and Career and College Awearness
Tier 2 (5-15% of students) - Groups, Individual check ins, SST meetings
Tier 3 (1-5%) - Health and Wellness, Outside Referrals
Services Provided by PMS School Counselors
Individual counseling (social, personal, emotional and academic)
Academic advising (organization, time management, prioritizing, advocating, etc.)
Career and College exploration through CaliforniaColleges.edu
Scheduling
Conflict mediation
Social skills
Mindfulness
Solution focused and responsibility counseling
Referrals to outside support services
Collaboration with the Health and Wellness department
Consults with faculty, staff, administration and district office
Mandated reporters