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