Counseling Support Services

students discuss issues in a safe, positive, and confidential setting (for a limited time, ongoing therapy is not available at school). Topics are based on the needs of the students and may include: feelings, changing families, peer pressure, friends, stress, academics, social skills, bullying, getting along with others, problem-solving and decision-making.

*Small Group Counseling-

students share similar issues and concerns, work together in a small group environment consisting of about 4-8 peers. Topics are based on the needs of the students and may include divorce or changing families, grief and loss, friendship and social skills, study skills, conflict resolution, anger management, self-esteem, and stress-management.

*Classroom Guidance/Classroom Counseling-

the School Counselor develops and implements 9-12 classroom curriculum. It addresses personal, social, academic, and career-related needs. Teaching developmental skills and using age-appropriate, classroom-based lessons. Topics may include self-esteem, conflict resolution, study skills, anger management, career awareness, tattling/reporting, friendship/social skills, responsibility, respect, teasing/bullying, feelings, cooperation, goal setting/decision-making, and peer pressure.

 

*In any counseling situation, confidentiality is maintained except:
1. In cases of suspected abuse or neglect.
2. If a child poses a danger to self or others.
3. The child and/or parent/guardian give permission to share information.