WHO ARE SCHOOL COUNSELORS?
School counselors are certified/licensed educators who improve student success for all students by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program.
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School counselors help all students:
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Apply academic achievement strategies
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Manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills
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Plan for postsecondary options (higher education, military, work force)
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Individual student academic planning and goal setting
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Short-term counseling to students
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Referrals for long-term support
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Collaboration with families/teachers/ administrators/ community for student success
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Advocacy for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings
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Data analysis to identify student issues, needs and challenges
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A systems change agent to improve equity and access, achievement and opportunities for all students.
SCHOOL COUNSELORS AT WMS PROVIDE:
