Counselors

What is a Middle School Counselor?

Middle School Counselors are professionals in the school setting who provide academic, social and emotional counseling. We work with students to provide academic skill support, educate them in understanding themselves and others, and help in growing peer relationships. As School Counselors, we provide problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution strategies.

The type of counseling we provide is not therapy. Mostly, our sessions are brief in nature and focused on developing a plan or coming up with a solution. For cases that may be more intensive, we can provide resources for community agencies.

For Students We Provide:

• Academic Support
• Social/Emotional Support
• Student Groups
• Organizational Assistance
• Classroom Guidance Activities
• High School Scheduling/Planning

For Parents We Provide:

• Organization of Progress Reports and Report Cards
• Parent Conferences
• Assistance Keeping the Lines of Communication Open Between School and Home
• Information on Community Resources and/or Agencies

Requesting a visit with a counselor
Students who wish to meet with a counselor can ask their teacher to submit a request. They may also visit the counseling office directly during SOAR time (8:54 AM - 9:19 AM), but must check in with their SOAR teacher first.