Guidance Department

Why Middle School Counselors?

Middle school counselors implement the counseling program by providing:

School Guidance Curriculum:
    Academic skill support
    Organizational, study and test-taking skills
    Coping strategies
    Substance abuse education

Individual Student Planning:
    Goal-setting/decision-making
    Education in understanding of self, including strengths and
    weaknesses

Responsive Services:
    Individual and small group counseling
    Individual/family/school crisis intervention
    Consultation/collaboration

System Support:
    Professional development
    Program management and operation