School Counseling Services

Individual Counseling 
The counselors  work with students individually for a number of different reasons.  Peer relations, conflict resolution, new student transitions, anger management, and difficulty in the classroom are some of the most common.  Referrals for students to talk with me can be made by classroom teachers, parents, or with a self-referral from the students themselves.  Confidentiality is maintained to ensure privacy. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your student's counselor.

Support Groups
We form small groups with students based on the needs of the student population.  Support groups usually meet weekly during first period.  They will generally run for about 6-8 weeks and last forty-minutes in length.  Typical topics include but are not limited to study skills, grief and loss, self-esteem, drugs and alcohol, and peer relations.
If you feel that your child could benefit from one of these groups please contact the  school counselors.

Student Assistance Program (SAP)

The Student Assistance Program (SAP) is a confidential support service available in Pennsylvania middle schools that helps identify and assist students who may be experiencing barriers to learning, such as academic struggles, changes in behavior, or concerns related to mental health, family issues, or substance use. The program connects students and families with school-based and community resources to promote student success and well-being. Parents, teachers, and peers can refer students to SAP, and parent involvement is an important part of the process. The goal of SAP is to ensure that every student has the support they need to reach their full potential both in and out of the classroom. If parents would like help from SAP, please contact your child’s assigned counselor.

Smart Futures

Pennsylvania is the first state in the United States to require that all students graduate with a personalized career plan and portfolio that is tied to clearly defined K-12 career education benchmarks. These benchmarks, called the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Career Education and Work (CEW Standards), provide the curriculum road map that assures that all students are prepared for 21st-century success. School counselors will implement the CEW Standards within the classroom. 

Smart Futures