Counseling

Elementary School Guidance is a preventive program focusing on the needs of all children.

• As they grow and develop
• While prevention of difficulties is possible
• During early years when the family is still in close contact
• When they need a friend to listen

Elementary school counselors help by counseling, consulting, coordinating and teaching.

 COUNSELING

• Promoting the development of communication skills and understanding of self and others
• Helping develop skills for thinking and solving problems
• Guiding students in setting positive goals, exercising self-responsibility and improving academic progress
• Providing support during personal and family crisis

CONSULTING

• With parents to discuss the social, emotional and educational needs and growth of their children through conferences and workshops
• With teachers to enhance the child’s individual development and academic success in a positive environment
• With administrators to promote an optimal learning environment for all students

COORDINATING                                                         

• Transition between grade levels and schools
• Programs for special needs
• Parent education
• Referrals to community agencies
• Orientation for new students
• Curriculum enrichment activities
• Classroom guidance

 TEACHING

• Peer relationships
• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Conflict resolution
• Self-awareness
• Coping skills

 HOW DOES THE CHILD MEET WITH THE COUNSELOR?

• Self-referral
• Teacher referral
• Parent referral
• Administrative referral
• Special services referral
• Referral by a friend