SCHOOL COUNSELING
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW DOES A STUDENT SEE A COUNSELOR?
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If a student would like to see the counselor, he/she should ask a teacher for a pass to go to the main office. Unless the student has an urgent need to see a counselor, the teacher may recommend a specific time for the student to leave class, so that the student does not miss too much important academic information. Additionally, a student is welcome to see the counselor during lunchtime, before and after school.
Students will be seen immediately whenever possible. If the counselor is not available, the student may complete a counselor request form and the counselor will send for him/her when possible.
HOW DOES A PARENT/GUARDIAN SEE A COUNSELOR?
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Parents and guardians are welcome to meet with counselors and are asked to make appointments in advance, to ensure that the counselor will be available. You may call or email a counselor to set-up a meeting.
WHY WOULD A STUDENT SEE THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR?
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A. Academic/Educational Counseling – Students sometimes have academic problems in areas including study habits, expectations, time management, organizational skills, and the level of the curriculum. The counselor may assist students in exploring solutions to these and other academic problems.
B. Personal/Social Counseling – The counselor may assist students to develop skills to interact more effectively with others, identify personal values, talents and interests. The counselor will provide support and assistance to students experiencing difficulties in their lives.
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C. Career/Vocational Counseling – The counselor may assist students in the early stages of career exploration and support next level readiness.
