What Does A School Counselor Do?

SMALL GROUPS

Throughout the school year we facilitate several small groups based on need.  Typically these groups run 6-8 weeks, with no more than 6 students from the same grade level.  We try to meet with these groups during their lunch period once a week, to ensure that they do not miss any major curriculum.  Students typically are referred to these groups by parents and teachers.  Topics include, but are not limited to:

• Grief and Loss

• Divorce and Separation

• Focus/Attention

• Friendship

• Social Skills

• Attendance 

CLASSROOM

We push into classrooms each month to teach lessons or units based on grade level needs.  Some of the topics include, but are not limited to:

• Study Skills/Test prep

• Conflict Resolution

• Friendship Skills

• Emotions/Feelings

• Career Exploration

• Bullying

• Anger Management  

• Coping Skills

• Funny Tummy Program for grades 1st grade**

**Denotes WCPSS required curriculum.

INDIVIDUAL

Individual counseling is provided on a short-term (typically no more the 3-5 sessions) basis to students based on specific needs.  Parents, teachers and students can refer themselves to see me.  Students in grades 3-5 can fill out "I Need To Talk Slips" via a QR code in their classrooms to make appointments to see Mrs. Bush and Mrs.Spencer.  Frequent needs include:

• Friendship

• School Anxiety

• Grief and Loss

• Bullying

• Anger

• Divorce and Separation

CONSULTATION

We are available to meet individually with parents and/or for parent/teacher conferences.  Parents can call or email to set up appointments with us.