What does a School Counselor do?

• Teaches classroom guidance lessons to entire school
• Conducts small groups based on the needs of the students
• Provides crisis counseling to those with an immediate need
• Provides community referrals to parents that are interested in seeking therapy for students needing ongoing counseling
• Provide support for school staff by assisting in parent conferences and checking in with students individually
• Provide support, education and resources for parents on a variety of topics
  
  

 The school counseling program is based upon a comprehensive model that provides services to students, parents, and school staff in the following areas:

• School Guidance Curriculum
  • Structured research-supported lessons designed to support the students’ in all aspects of their lives including personal/social development, career exploration, and academic success
  • Provides students with knowledge and/or skills appropriate to their developmental level
• Individual Student Planning
  • Guidance, support, and  activities designed to help students establish personal goals and develop future plans
• Responsive Services
  • Preventive activities and/or crisis counseling that meets students’ immediate needs in order to support academic success
• System Support
  • Professional development, consultation, collaboration, program management and operation