Horizon Elementary School Jennifer Walker, Counselor Counseling Program Horizon Elementary School Jennifer Walker, Counselor

Purpose of Our Counseling Program To assist students as they develop intellectually, socially, and personally

Counseling Guidelines Comprehensive Counseling and Guidance Model for Alabama Public Schools Local school system guidelines

Elements of the Program Education Prevention Intervention

Education of Students Whole class guidance Small group guidance Individual counseling Grade level programs or speakers

Resources for Parents Consultation Referral Information and literature

Prevention Information and programs – increased emphasis on Character Education Student-lead activities -Morning Show, Flag Troup Peer support Faculty and staff support – PST Big Brothers/Big Sisters Program

Intervention Individual counseling Small group guidance Professional resources

Whole-Class Guidance Schedule Grades K – 6: twice a month Make-up classes: In order to devote the necessary time to all other aspects of the guidance program, it is not a guarantee that classes will be rescheduled unless consecutive classes are missed.

Topics Self-concept Peer Relationships Substance abuse Making choices Personal Safety Communication Study skills Career Awareness

Small Group Counseling Groups are determined by need and may be based on topics such as loss of a family member, social skills, study skills, or anger management

Methods and Materials Whole-class discussion Speakers Games Videos Books Group activities

Referrals for Small-group and Individual Counseling Teachers – complete a referral form (they are in the blue folder in my box) Students may be seen immediately based on need. Parents – contact the counselor about the child’s needs, both academic and personal

Contacts Horizon Elementary School, 464-3614, ext. 109