The School
Counselor counsels students in the classroom, in
small group settings, and individually, focusing
on student needs and growth based on normal developmental
stages. The School Counselor consults with teachers,
parents, administrators and community service providers
to assist students. The School Counselor coordinates
national testing, local testing, career planning,
special need placements and community involvement
to benefit and enhance the education of every student.
Classroom
Guidance
Guidance
curriculum is presented in the classroom, to all
students, throughout the year. Curriculum units focus
on academic guidance, personal/social topics and
career exploration. These units are taught by the
school counselor in the classroom throughout the
school year.
Group Counseling
Counselors
provide small group counseling to students who have
common needs/concerns. These groups are intended
to support students in making positive decisions
and to learn to successfully manage personal concerns.
Student participation in group counseling is voluntary
and needs parent permission. Group topics vary from
school to school. See your student’s counselor for
further information.
Individual
Counseling
School counselors
provide individual counseling to students as needed,
to support and guide students with academic concerns,
personal/social concerns, and career questions. Counselors
are always available to provide short-term supportive
services in any emergency situation. Students may
self-refer or refer other students. Parents, teachers,
administrators, and school resource officers may
also refer students to the counselor. Information
shared with the counselor by the student is confidential
within the legal guidelines established by the Boise
School District.
