Counseling Services

Neil Armstrong Middle School Counseling Program                  

WHAT IS A SCHOOL COUNSELOR?

• A support person for ALL students
• A resource for parents
• A resource for teachers
• A Counselor
• A Coordinator
• A Consultant

THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR:

• Sees students individually and in groups
• Assists teachers/parents with school related issues
• Coordinates school wide Guidance Activities (House Advisory Program)
• Consults with outside agencies
• Participates in Effective Behavior Intervention Supports (EBIS)
• Coordinates 504 Plans                                                                                          

THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR IS NOT:

• A Disciplinarian
• An Administrator
• A Therapist
• A Psychologist

THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR MAY SEE A STUDENT FOR:

• School related issues
• Social problems
• New or difficult situations
• Decision making strategies
• Successes and accomplishments
• Coping strategies
• Other school related concerns

HOW DOES A STUDENT SEE THE COUNSELOR?

• Teacher referral
• Parent referral
• Administrative referral
• Self referral
• EBIS

*Referrals can occur by phone, note, e-mail, handwritten note, drop in visit, or conference.

SCHOOL COUNSELORS BELIEVE:

• Students learn best when they feel a part of a safe, respectful and responsible school community.
• Students who understand their own feelings are better able to control their behavior and respect themselves and others.
• Students are capable of making responsible choices
• Attitudes formed in Middle School shape future attitudes toward learning, self, and society.