Meet Your Counselor

Phone: 352-671-4925
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
AA in Criminal Justice BA in Business Administration with a concentration in Organizational Psychology Masters in Mental Health Certifications: Elementary Education Pk-6 & ESOL
Mrs. Vonitra Taylor
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What does a School Counselor do?
* Work with all students to encourage a safe school climate of trust and respect
* Help students evaluate their own interests, abilities, and skills
* Collaborate with parents/guardians, teachers, support staff and administration to share effective strategies to assist struggling students
* Maintain confidentiality of students and their families unless there is a need to know or a safety concern
* Develop a core curriculum to address developmentally appropriate social-emotional behaviors
Services:
* Brief Solution-focused, individual check-ins
* Group counseling
* Classroom lessons
* Referrals for outside community assistance
* Evaluating school and student data and outcomes
* Assist teachers, support staff and professionals evaluate and develop 504 plans or individual education plans
* Crisis response services for students and families