What is a School Counselor ?

A school counselor is a certified educator trained in school counseling.School counselors address the needs of students through the implementation of a comprehensive, standards-based, developmental school counseling program. Their work is differentiated by attention to age-specific developmental stages of student growth and the needs, tasks and interests related to those stages. School counselors work with all students, including those who are considered at-risk and those with special needs. School counselors provide assistance to students through four primary interventions: counseling (individual and group), large group guidance, consultation and coordination.

What Does A School Counselor Do?
Teaches classroom lessons on essential guidance topics
Talks with students individually or in groups
Helps in identifying needs of students
Promotes positive attitudes among students
Aids teachers and parents in helping children
Assists students with the transfer from one school to another
Coordinates efforts with other school specialists
Coordinates referrals with outside agencies

How Can A Student See The Counselor?
Appointment made by the counselor
Student self-referral
Parent referral
Teacher or staff referral