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What is a School Counselor?

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.