Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. What does the counselor do?
2. What type of degree does a counselor have?
3. What type of groups are offered at East Side?
4. What other programs are the counselors involved in?
5. What is the counselors' role in RTI?

What does the counselor do?

The counselors teach classroom guidance, lead small groups, and meet with 
individual students.  Additionally, the counselors consult with teachers and 
parents to support student success. The counselors are also familiar with 
the many community resources available for our East Side families.

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What type of degree does a counselor have?

A counselor has a Masters degree in Guidance and Counseling.

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What type of groups are offered at East Side?

Groups meet for approximately 6 - 8 weeks, once per week and are formed 
according to the needs of our students.  In a typical school year, there 
will be Friendship groups, Family Change groups, Study skills groups, 
Newcomers groups, and School Behaviors groups.

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What other programs are the counselors involved in?

The counselors take an active role with the attendance and tardy issues at 
East Side.  They coordinate the Caught Being Good and Student of Month 
Programs and the reward luncheons.  They also plan the Birthday Celebrations 
each month.

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What is the counselors' role in RTI?

The counselors act as case managers for their grade levels.  They coordinate 
and schedule meetings and take care of keeping the process moving from start 
to finish.

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