Our elementary school years set the tone for developing the knowledge, attitudes and skill necessary for children to become healthy, competent and confident learners. Through a comprehensive developmental school counseling program, school counselors work as a team with the school staff, parents and the community to create a caring climate and atmosphere. By providing education, prevention, early identification and intervention, school counselors can help all children achieve academic success. 

Sincerely,

Angela Lemons

903.712.1908

alemons@vanalstyneisd.org

What does Ms. Lemons do for Sanford?

• Counsels individually with children (on a short term basis)

• Teaches guidance lessons in the classroom (character education) 

• Conducts small group counseling (social skill groups, peer relations, etc.)

• Consults with parents in private conferences about their child

• Collaborates with teachers

• Provides information on community resources for families

What does Ms. Lemons do for Sanford Students?

• Help children cope with difficult and/or unchangeable life events

• Help children recognize and make use of their potential

• Give children the opportunity to share their feelings and concerns

• Help children develop problem solving abilities

• Help teach children decision making skills

• Help students build self-esteem and confidence

• Help students work on the area of self-discipline