Counseling
Hello! My name is Dr. Naomi Gilbert, and I am proud to serve as the school counselor at Bright Star Elementary School. I have been a member of the Bright Star family since 2016, and it has been a privilege to support our students, families, and staff throughout the years.
As the school counselor, my goal is to help every student grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe, caring, and supportive environment. I believe that every child has unique strengths and the potential to succeed, and I enjoy partnering with families and teachers to help our students reach their goals.
I look forward to another wonderful year of learning, growing, and building positive relationships with our Bright Star community. Please feel free to reach out if I can be of assistance. I am excited to work together to help every student shine like the Stars that they are!
Elementary School Counselors help by:
Counseling, Consulting, Coordinating, and Teaching
Counseling....
Promoting the development of communication skills and understanding of self and others
Helping to develop skills for thinking and solving problems
Guiding students in setting positive goals, exercising self-responsibility, and improving academic progress
Providing support during personal and family crises
Consulting...
with PARENTS: to discuss the social, emotional, and educational needs and growth of their student(s)
with TEACHERS: to enhance the student's individual development and academic success in a positive environment
with ADMINISTRATORS: to promote an optimal learning environment for all students
Coordinating...
Transition between grade levels and schools
referrals to community agencies
classroom social and emotional lessons
small groups and individual needs
Teaching...
Peer relationships
Problem-solving skills
Decision-making skills
Conflict resolution
Self-awareness and Self-esteem
Coping skills
How can a student meet with the COUNSELOR?
Self referral
Teacher referral
Parent referral
Administrative referral
Special services referral
Referral by a friend