| Contact: |
Mrs. Naomi Gilbert |
 770-651-3434 |
 Email |
Elementary Guidance
A preventive program
focusing on the needs of all children:
~ as they grow and develop
~while prevention of difficulties is possible
~when they need a friend to listen
Elementary School Counselors help by:
Counseling, Consulting, Coordinating and Teaching
Counseling....
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Promoting the development of communication skills and understanding of self and others
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helping develop skills for thinking and solving problems
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guiding students in setting positive goals, exercising self-responsibility and improving academic progress
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providing support during personal and family crisis
Consulting... 
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with PARENTS: to discuss the social, emotional and educational needs and growth of their children
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with TEACHERS: to enhance the child's individual development and academic success in a positive environment
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with ADMINISTRATORS: to promote an optimal learning environment for all students
Coordinating... 
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Transition between grade levels and schools
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referrals to community agencies
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classroom guidance
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small groups and individual needs
Teaching... 
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peer relationships
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problem-solving skills
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decision-making skills
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conflict resolution
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self awareness and self esteem
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coping skills
How does the child meet with the COUNSELOR?
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self referral
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teacher referral
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parent referral
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administrative referral
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special services referral
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referral by a friend
If you have any questions
please contact Bright Star's Counselor,
Mrs. Naomi Gilbert
770-651-3434