INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING: Students may visit with their counselor when they
have any special need.
CLASSROOM GUIDANCE: Classes primarily dealing with prevention and
developmental issues including self-esteem, peer pressure, communication
skills, conflict resolution skills, career exploration, and problem solving
are taught throughout the school year at the elementary level and at the
secondary levels when appropriate.
SUPPORT GROUPS: These small groups meet to address student concerns and
develop skills to deal with life issues such as anger management, divorce,
friendship, grief, self esteem, stress management, and substance abuse.
Purpose of Individual Counseling, Group Counseling and Classroom Guidance:
To develop interpersonal and intrapersonal skills
To help students better understand themselves and others
To develop communication skills
To build self confidence
To encourage students to recognize and make the best use of their
capabilities to provide opportunities for students to feel successful
To talk with students about educational, personal and social concerns
To help students adjust to school and home environments
To develop students' awareness of the world of work
To teach students the decision making / problem solving process
To foster a caring, safe environment for children
To teach conflict resolution skills