Frequently Asked Questions
What do school counselors do?
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Work with individuals and groups
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Help identify the needs of students
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Encourage better interpersonal relationships
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Promote positive attitudes and choices
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Aid teachers and parents in helping students
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Assist people in making use of community resources
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Coordinate referrals to outside agencies
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Assist students with the process of growing up
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Coordinate efforts with other school programs
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Provide preventative services
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Maintain confidentiality
Why do students visit their school counselor?
Here are just a few reasons a student might want to talk to the School Counselor:​
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“I’m getting picked on at the bus stop and I don’t know what to do about it.”
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“My best friend isn’t talking to me and it’s making me really sad.”
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“I want to show you what I just made in art. I’m very proud of it.”
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“I’m new to this school, and I’m really scared.”
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“I just want to talk to someone who won’t laugh at me.”
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“I did a lot better on my last math test, and I’m so excited to tell someone!”
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“Lisa, Carol and I had a problem at recess. Can you help us work it out?”
Why do parents contact the school counselor?
Here are just a few reasons a parent might want to talk to the School Counselor:​
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“Sarah doesn’t want to go to school in the mornings.”
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“I’m concerned because Allen keeps telling me he doesn’t have any friends.”
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“We recently had a death in the family, and I’m not sure how to tell my child.”
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“Kevin has difficulty going to sleep at night and often has nightmares.”
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“My wife and I are going through a divorce and we’re not sure how to handle things with the kids.”
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“Jason seems to get really frustrated doing his homework and nothing I say seems to help.”​
ATTENDANCE IS IMPORTANT!
- Set a regular bedtime and morning routine
- Layout clothes and pack backpacks the night before
- Find out what time school starts and make sure you have all required shots
- Don't let you child stay home unless truly sick
- If your child seems anxious about school, talk to the teacher, school counselors, or other parents for advice
- Avoid vacations when school is in session
