Elementary Counseling & Guidance Services
Classroom Guidance Lessons:
These lessons allow the School Counselor to work with a large group of students and can include whole-group instruction, discussion, working in groups, various activities, and role-playing. Topics covered in School Counseling core curriculum lessons include: character education, bullying prevention, social skills, career development, conflict resolution, self-control, and so much more! Lessons are developed with a focus on the academic, personal/social, and career development of all students and are based on the needs of the students and teachers.
Individual Counseling:
Individual Counseling is available for all students. Students can be referred by themselves, teachers, or parents. During individual counseling, students are empowered to create their own goals and to build on their strengths in order to make positive changes. Topics covered during individual counseling will vary based on the student's needs, but can include: anger management, conflict resolution, improving academic skills, coping with death, dealing with crisis situations.
Small Group Counseling:
Students meet in a smaller setting to learn skills and strategies on topics such as resiliency, social awareness, friendship, self-esteem, anxiety, test taking or changing families. Students receive this service through parent or teacher referral.
Consultation:
Parents and teachers meet with the counselor to share strategies that support student achievement.
Individual Student Planning: Students meet one-on-one with the counselor to discuss personal concerns and share good news. Activities are designed to assist students in establishing personal goals, making decisions and developing immediate and long-range plans for school success. Referrals can be made by students, teachers or parents.
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