Mental Health Team
School counselors are an important resource and partner for our students, providing guidance and support in a variety of areas to help them be successful in their academic, post-secondary, and personal lives. Counselors:
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Provide curriculum in the areas of academic success, career development, and life skills
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Teach, promote, and model the New Century Graduate skills
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Advocate for ALL students
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Promote district and school goals such as achievement, cultural diversity, equity and school safety
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Support SEL or Social/Emotional Learning (CASEL standards)
As part of the ASCA counseling curriculum, school counselors provide:
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Identification of Interests and Academic Aptitudes
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Goal Setting, Course Selections, and Academic Achievement
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Academic Interventions / Response to Intervention (MTSS)
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Development of Social Skills / Resistance of Peer Pressure
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Development of Decision Making and Problem Solving Skills
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Transitioning Successfully to High School
Support SEL, social emotional learning based on CASEL standards: