Counselor's Corner
MISSION STATEMENTSt. Theresa Catholic School's counseling services are centered on the commitment to assist the students with their academic, social-emotional, spiritual and vocational needs, focusing on the students' specific strengths and abilities. These four domains encompass our view of the whole child. We recognize each student as an individual with unique gifts and talents, and will assist the student in focusing on those attributes rather than his/her limitations. Services are available for all students, not just those with identified academic or emotional needs.
SCHOOL COUNSELING GOALThe school Counselor’s goal is to support, facilitate and provide the student the necessary tools to achieve his/her full potential and be successful in school. This is possible when parents, school, and students, work together as a team towards the achievement of this goal. School counseling is voluntary and confidential. Referrals can be made by the student, parents, teachers, administrators or other appropriate school staff. **The Diocese of Arlington Catholic Schools Counselors Handbook stipulates the following: “At the elementary level, it is advisable to seek parental permission to continue counseling sessions beyond two to three sessions on the same topic.” Page 24 Parents, if you do not wish your child to meet with the school counselor without your permission, please notify the School Counselor, Elsa I. Figueroa in writing via email.
HOW CAN THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR HELP YOUR CHILD?Individual Counseling: Sessions will focus on student’s specific needs, strengths, and development of coping skills. Students may request to see the counselor. Referrals can also come from parents, teachers, administrators and staff.
The school counselor consults regularly with teachers and is available to the parents via email, phone, or by appointment. The counselor also consults with other professionals (with parental permission) and community resources in order to provide parents with referrals and information to ensure the success of each child. |