Rose Mary
Lawler (Grades K – 3) Sharon
Russell (Grades 4 & 5)
rosemaryl@wcs.edu sharonr1@wcs.edu
472 - 4481 extension 1823 472
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Full-time Mornings
only
School counselors are masters-level professionals who are specially
trained in counseling theories and techniques. A common misconception is that
we only work with students who are having problems at home or school. In truth,
we are here to serve all students and meet a variety of student needs at our
school. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if we can help you, your
child, or your family, or if you have any further questions about the role we play
at school.
What do elementary school counselors do?
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Teach “lifeskills” lessons to
all students in the related arts rotation
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Conduct small group counseling sessions on topics such as divorce,
grief, self-esteem, etc.
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Counsel children individually
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Process GEIT referrals and coordinate the GEIT process
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Consult with parents
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Consult with teachers and administrators
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Coordinate parenting workshops and resources
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Coordinate TCAP testing
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Provide information on community resources for families
What topics are taught in the school counseling
curriculum?
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Character education
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August: Character
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September: Respect
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October: Responsibility
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November: Perseverance
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December: Caring
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January: Courage
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February: Citizenship
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March: Trustworthiness
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April: Cooperation
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May: Fairness
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Emotional awareness
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Career awareness and career-school connection
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Conflict resolution
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Decision-making and problem-solving
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Goal-setting
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Social skills
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Self-esteem
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Individual differences
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Study skills
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Personal safety and drug education
What do we do in
individual and small group counseling?
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Help children cope with difficult and/or
unchangeable life events
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Help children recognize and make use of their
potential
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Give children the opportunity to share their feelings
and concerns and connect with children having similar experiences
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Develop problem-solving abilities
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Teach coping, decision-making, anger management,
or other needed skills
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Build self esteem and confidence
When should I contact
my child’s school counselor?
Please contact your child’s counselor if you have concerns
regarding:
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Initiating the GEIT
(General Education Intervention Team) process
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Family changes, such as divorce, separation, moving, a death in the
family
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Home stress
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Classroom behavior
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Peer relations
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Responsibility and accountability
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Emotional well-being
Links to
For more information about school counseling,
please visit the American School Counselor Association.