Guidance and Counseling
The goals of the program are as follows:- Help students
learn to value and respect themselves and other people
- Help students
them learn to make safe and helpful choices
- Help students
learn to solve problems in a helpful, peaceful way
- Help students
learn important social skills
- Help students
learn the importance of being in school, trying their best, and getting
an education
- Help students explore different careers.
The counseling program consists of four basic elements:
1. Classroom Guidance Lessons. (This lesson might include a story, drawing activity, group activity, class discussion, or role-playing activity.)
2. Small Group Guidance. (Special Need groups will be formed and may include such topics as friendship skills, families in transition, stress management, anger management, social skills, etc.)
3. Individual Counseling. (Students may be referred by teachers/administrators, parents, or themselves.)
4. Visiting with parents at school.