EXPLORE
EXPLORE
A school counselor must earn a Master’s Degree in school counseling and hold state certification in school counseling to include counseling theories and practices, human behavior, career education, individual appraisal, and social/cultural issues. Maintaining certification includes on-going professional development to stay current with education reform and challenges facing today’s students. Professional association membership enhances the school counselor’s knowledge and effectiveness.
The primary role of school counselors is to help students learn and develop to their highest potential socially, emotionally, and academically. The school counseling program provides students with early interventions as well as preventative strategies to ensure that all students achieve success in school and in life.
Individual Counseling
Individual counseling is available to all students in need upon request by students, parents or staff members. Students are able to express their concerns in a safe environment where problem solving can take place. Individual counseling occurs on an as needed basis. Generally, we do not provide long term individual counseling due to the number of students and the time needed to provide such extensive services. If you feel your child would benefit from long term individual counseling, please contact Chesterfield Mental Health at 748-7800.
Small Group Counseling
Group counseling is available to all students in need upon request by students, parents and staff members. Parental permission is required. Groups are designed so that students may gather in a confidential setting to work through and issue that is preventing them from doing their best in school. They have the opportunity to interact and connect with their peers, learn and practice skills, provide and receive feedback and set goals as needed. As counselor’s, it is our goal to improve the academic success of the students. When forming groups for counseling, students with the greatest need will be given priority for a space in the group. We make the best attempt to see all students that have a need.
Group Topics
Classroom Lessons
Thirty-minute classroom lessons are taught throughout the school year. Some topics include emotional regulation, bullying prevention and intervention, digital citizenship, diversity and inclusion, coping skills and career exploration.
Other Roles/Responsibilities of Counselors
School-Wide Programs
Vision Statement
It is our vision that all students will leave Salem Church Elementary School armed with the skills needed to be successful throughout their academic journey; the skills to navigate the world of college and career; and the skills to grow in their social/emotional development.
Mission Statement
It is our mission to deliver a comprehensive school counseling program that equips each student in Salem Church Elementary School to succeed in their academic and social/emotional development. We are committed to reviewing and revamping our program to best meet the needs of our ever evolving student population.