• What are School Counselors? 

     

    School Counselors are a type of helper in your school. We help kids with things like problem solving, understanding feelings, and making friends!

      

    What do School Counselors do?

    School counselors typically do the following:

    • Help students understand and overcome social or behavioral problems through individual and group counseling
    • Provide individual and small group counseling based on student needs
    • Work with students to develop skills such as organization, time management, and effective study habits
    • Help students set realistic academic and career goals and develop a plan to achieve them
    • Evaluate students’ abilities and interests through aptitude assessments and interviews
    • Develop strategies with teachers, administrators, and parents to help students succeed
    • Teach classes on topics such as bullying, drug abuse, and planning for college or careers after graduation
    • Identify and report possible cases of neglect or abuse
    • Refer students and parents to resources outside the school for additional support

     

    Who are School Counselors for? 

     

    Your School Counselor is here for EVERYONE! I am here for every student, every teacher, and every parent who is part of the Gadsden Elementary School community.