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Woodbridge High School
Student Assistance Counselor
Google Classroom Code - kxjwgib
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What is a Student Assistance Counselor?
Student assistance programs are designed to help students and their families with problems affecting their personal lives and academic performance. The Student Assistance Counselor’s (SAC) role is to enhance and support students’ success in the school environment. There are a range of school-based prevention and intervention services offered to assist students with personal problems and encourage them to build upon their strengths.
Services
The Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) provides in-school assessment, crisis intervention, counseling and referral services to any student who may be experiencing personal, family, and/or peer difficulties. The goal is to support the students and prevent personal difficulties from interfering with their success in school. In addition, to individual services, groups are offered depending on needs in the school community. The SAC also assists and works alongside the school counselors to ensure that each individual student's needs are being met.
Valerie Joao, SAC, for ALL students in grades 9-12.
(732) 602-8626
valerie.joao@woodbridge.k12.nj.us
Twitter - WHSJoao
Reasons You might want to visit the sac
Reasons You might want to visit the sac
Depression Anxiety
Grief/Loss Crisis Management
Family Changes Self-Harming
Divorce Substance Abuse
Anger Social Skills
Bullying Self-Esteem
Eating Disorders Abuse/Neglect
How to Make a Referral
How to Make a Referral
Students may self-refer and come in to see the counselor at any time during the school day, although students are encouraged to visit during their study hall periods.
Students can confidentially refer other students who may be in need of support.
Students may be referred by school administration, guidance, nurse, or any other school staff member that has identified an area of concern.
Parents who have concerns about any non-academic issues may contact the Student Assistance Counselor directly. The SAC will assist in determining the best course of action for your child.
Please feel free to call or email with any questions or concerns.
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