Counseling

●    Children learn best when they feel good about themselves and their relationships with others.
●    Children who understand their feelings are better able to control their behavior.
●    We know that stress can affect focus and learning, but its impact can be reduced with proven self-regulation strategies.
●    Schools, parents, and communities that communicate and collaborate provide the most effective support to children.
●    Attitudes formed during elementary school shape future attitudes towards learning, self, and society.
 

●    Provide immediate and short-term individual counseling 
●    Facilitate short-term small group counseling 
●    Teach classroom guidance lessons 
●    Work collaboratively with teachers and staff 
●    Consult with parents 
●    Provide information and/or referrals for community resources to families
 

●    Understand the self and develop a positive self-image
●    Show respect for the feelings of others
●    Understand the decision making process
●    Maintain effective relationships with peers and adults
●    Gain an understanding of the world of work and explore career options
●    Develop effective study skills
●    Be prepared to transition to middle school
 

●    Self-referral
●    Teacher referral
●    Parent referral
●    Administrative referral
 

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2. Anxiety in Children and Teenagers - Child Mind Institute
3. Get Ready for Kindergarten with Practical Tips, Tricks, and Tools | Common Sense Media
4. 10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in Middle School (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth
5. For info on careers:   Home : Occupational Outlook Handbook

Use this form to refer a student for counseling services.

Counseling Referral Form PDF

Sign and return this form giving permission for your child to participate in individual and/or group counseling.

School Counseling Consent Form