Meeting with students in small groups or individual sessions is an important part of any school counselors day. Students at all grade levels may meet in small groups to address friendship issues, changing families, and social skills.
Friendship Skills Groups focus on the skills students need to form strong friendships in the elementary grades. Students meet one time per week for 6-8 weeks in small groups during the school day. Group activities include conversations, team-building discussions, games, and role-play, and drawing.
Grief Groups are available for students who have suffered the loss of a loved one or family member. If a student is experiencing a family change and prefers to meet one-on-one with the counselor as opposed to a group experience, a time can be scheduled to do so.
Changing Family Groups are available for students whose families may be in transition due to separation, divorce, or blended families. Groups meet for 6-8 weeks and offer students an opportunity to share their thoughts and feelings with other students who have experienced similar situations in safe and secure environment. If a student is experiencing a family change and prefers to meet one-on-one with the counselor as opposed to a group experience, a time can be scheduled to do so.
Individual Counseling Services are available to all students. Students meet one-on one with the counselor to address academic, social, or emotional concerns. Individual sessions can be Students may be referred by teachers, parents, or self-referred.