The primary goal of a school counselor at the elementary level is to educate the whole child (emotionally, academically, and socially), empower them to reach their full potential, and inspire students to accept and understand their self and others. My objective is to help all students learn basic life skills and help your child have a successful school year. Character Education is an important objective that we will cover throughout the year. Often times, non-academic issues can get in the way of a student’s learning (especially during these early developmental years). Addressing these issues can help your child to succeed in school. Etowah County Schools use the Peer Helper+ Program by Thriveway to cover our state's counseling standards. These PATH Lessons are presented in whole group sessions.

Some of the things counselors address with students, parents, and staff are feelings, self esteem, behavior, death/loss, safety, friendship, homework, bullying, conflict, listening and following directions, transitions, healthy behaviors, honesty, accepting others, separation/divorce, and more!

School Counseling is a short term resource. If there are greater issues that need extensive attention, I will be glad to assist you in finding an outside counselor to work with your child.

Feel free to contact the school with any concerns or questions you may have about our counseling program.