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The counseling program is an integral component
of the total educational experience for the fifth
grade student. Counselors assist students
through:
- Transition/Orientation Program
- Crisis Intervention
- Problem Solving
- Individual Counseling
- Small Group Counseling
- Classroom Developmental Counseling
- Parent/Family Involvement
- Consultation/Collaboration with School
Staff, Parents, Mental Health Professionals, and
Community
The counselor assists the students in the
transition from the elementary to the middle school
through activities, classroom presentations, and
visits. This is continued as an orientation program
in the middle school through classroom
developmental counseling activities and small group
as well as individual counseling.
The developmental counseling program is
delivered in a classroom setting with specific
themes. Some include respect for self and others,
conflict resolution, decision making, bullying,
study skills, and career interests exploration.
These lessons address the personal, social,
educational, and career interest development of the
fifth grade student.
School counselors serve as the liaison between
the parent/family and the school. An important role
of the counselor is to act as an advocate for the
student in communicating with teachers, staff, and
others in the school community. Additionally,
counselors may provide referrals to other school
and community professional services as needed. The
counseling program addresses the academic, social
and emotional developmental needs, and the school
counselors assist students, parents and teachers in
helping each child achieve his/her potential.
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