Welcome to Loyal School District's school counseling website! Your one-stop shop for all school counseling resources and information on various topics and programs.
School is out for the summer!
First day of school MS/HS - August 24th
Elementary open house - August 25th
Elementary first day of school - August 25th
No School - September 7th
No School - September 25th
1st tri mid-term - October 12th
Please see the attached link to view our services page
Please complete this form to request individual sessions with the counselor: Meet with the Counselor Request Form
School counselors play a vital role in fostering a supportive and inclusive educational environment through a comprehensive approach that encompasses three primary domains: academic, career/college, and social/emotional development. We are dedicated to promoting equitable practices and culturally sustaining methods to ensure that all students receive the support they need to thrive.
Our practice is rooted in trauma-sensitive and restorative approaches, recognizing the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. Counselors implement interventions across all three tiers of support:
Tier 1: Classroom lessons that provide universal strategies to enhance the academic and social-emotional well-being of all students.
Tier 2: Small group lessons that target specific needs, fostering collaboration and peer support.
Tier 3: Individual counseling and referral processes designed to address the unique challenges faced by students.
Collaboration is at the heart of our work. School counselors engage with teachers, administrators, students, parents, and community members to effectively serve the needs of every student. Our practices are guided by the ASCA (American School Counselor Association) model, which emphasizes the importance of defining, managing, delivering, and assessing our programs to ensure continuous improvement and effectiveness in meeting student needs. Through this holistic approach, school counselors strive to create an environment where every student can succeed academically, explore career opportunities, and develop essential social-emotional skills.
Please see attached link to view our resources page
Miss McSorley's Calm Down Office