What does a school counselor do?
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GUIDANCE LESSONS - Counselors help students develop educational potential through
lessons & activities to assist in developing competency in:
responsible behavior, communication, motivation, developing
self-confidence, decision-making and goal-setting, interpersonal and
cross-cultural skills.
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RESPONSE SERVICES
- Counselors intervene on behalf of students whose immediate personal
concerns or problems put their continued educational, career, personal, or
social development at risk. A counselor’s primary task is to provide
counseling to students individually or in
group settings. They also consult with teachers, parents, and
administrators on behalf of students.
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INDIVIDUAL PLANNING - Counselors work with students as they plan, monitor,
and manage their own educational, career, personal, and social
development. Counselors assist students with personal planning, transition
activities, and goal setting.
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CAMPUS TESTING & 504 COORDINATOR
How do I get to see the counselor?
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A student may access the counselor by:
Self-referral, Teacher referral, Parent
referral, Administrative or other staff referral, or Referral by a friend
What are the credentials for school counselors?
·
Have
earned a Master’s Degree
·
Have
at least 2 years teaching experience
·
Have
passed a state mandated test
(ExCET
for School Counselors)
·
Received
certification from the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC).
Check the counselor’s bulletin board for opportunities for
community service, contests, meetings and other important information!
CONTACT
Mrs. Wright, Counselor at Rosebud-Lott Middle School,
254-583-7962
or email dwright@rosebudlottisd.org
KINDNESS AND SMILES ARE UNDERSTOOD IN ANY LANGUAGE!