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Role of a School Counselor

The top priority of Whitesboro’s counseling program is the academic success for every student.  All students K-12 have access to a school counselor.  Counselors interact with students as often as possible throughout the school year individually, in groups, and in classrooms. 
 

School Counselors:

  • Monitor student achievement and develop strategies for improvement for struggling students
  • Guide students to challenge themselves with rigorous academic programs
  • Coordinate programs and activities that promote personal/social development
  • Facilitate the referral process to help students and families connect with outside agencies
  • Orient new students to school
  • Help students transition between levels successfully ( i.e., elementary to middle to high)
  • Help students learn about various careers and post-secondary education options
  • Facilitate conferences with parents
  • Coordinate efforts with other school staff 
  • Present classroom guidance activities including: decision making, career information, course selection and graduation requirements 
  • Participate in the Child Study Team and Committee on Special Education
  • Analyze test results and provide information about students' achievement scores 
  • Beginning in sixth grade, meet with each student at least once annually to develop or review career goals and provide guidance in developing a plan to achieve those goals