Mission Statement
To provide all students with a comprehensive developmental counseling program
which gives them the opportunity to gain understanding of self and others, and
to participate in educational and occupational exploration in an environment
that is safe, caring, and encouraging.
Here at Horace W. Porter School, we provide a
comprehensive approach to assist students and families in reaching their
potential.
The developmental Guidance Program is designed upon the understanding that
each student is unique, developing, capable individual who will learn from
experience and grow personally, socially, and educationally through out
childhood and adolescence. Respectful of individual differences, the program
assists and supports students as they begin to understand themselves, develop
decision making and problem solving skills, and plan for their futures. In
addition to disseminating necessary and important educational and career
information, the program seeks to promote each student’s desire to maximize
his/her potential in preparation for success. The program promotes effective
communication and life planning skills that help students grow into
responsible adults.
Types of services:
Guidance Curriculum, Individual Planning, Responsive services– individual and
group counseling, and systems support within the school system.