Elementary Guidance...

A preventive program focusing on the needs of all children:

~ as they grow and develop

~while prevention of difficulties is possible

~when they need a friend to listen

Elementary School Counselors Help By:

Counseling, Consulting, Coordinating and Teaching

Counseling....                    

• Promoting the development of communication skills and understanding of self and others
• helping develop skills for thinking and solving problems
• guiding students in setting positive goals, exercising self-responsibility and improving academic progress
• providing support during personal and family crisis

Consulting...                          

• with PARENTS: to discuss the social, emotional and educational needs and growth of their children
• with TEACHERS: to enhance the child's individual development and academic success in a positive environment
• with ADMINISTRATORS: to promote an optimal learning environment for all students

Coordinating...                  

• Transition between grade levels and schools
• referrals to community agencies
• classroom guidance
• small groups and individual needs

Teaching...                              

• peer relationships
• problem-solving skills
• decision-making skills
• conflict resolution
• self awareness and self esteem
• coping skills

How does the child meet with the COUNSELOR?

• self referral
• teacher referral
• parent referral
• administrative referral
• special services referral
• referral by a friend

If you have any questions

please contact Bright Star's Counselor,

Ms. Rose Gonzalez

770-651-3422