About Booker Middle School Counseling Program:THE IMPORTANCE OF SCHOOL COUNSELING
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Counselors assess student needs and then design program goals aligned with the school's overall mission in support of all students. Services are delivered through a developmental and systematic framework that uses the ASCA National Standards.
School Guidance Curriculum:
Academic skills support Organizational, study and test-taking skills Education in understanding self and others Coping strategies Peer relationships and effective social skills Communication, problem-solving, decision-making and conflict resolution Career awareness, exploration and planning Substance abuse education Multicultural/diversity awareness Individual Student Planning: Goal-setting/decision- making Academic planning Career planning Education in understanding of self, including strengths and weaknesses Transition planning Responsive Services: Individual and small group counseling Individual/family/school crisis intervention Peer facilitation Consultation/collaboration Referrals System Support: Professional development Consultation, collaboration and teaming Program management and operation |
Middle School Counselors Collaborate With:
Parents: Parent information nights Communication/networking Academic planning programs Parent and family education One-on-one parent conferencing Assessment results interpretation Resource referrals College/career exploration Teachers: Career portfolio development Assistance with students’ academic plans Classroom guidance activities on study skills, career development, etc. Academic support, learning style assessment and education to help students succeed academically At-risk student identification and implementation of interventions to enhance success Parent communication/education Administrators: School climate Behavioral management plans School-wide needs assessment Student data and results Student assistance team building Leadership Students: Peer education Peer support Academic support School climate Leadership development Community: Service learning Crisis interventions Referrals Parenting classes Support groups Career education |