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OUR VISION:
Our VISION is to support students so that they are able to navigate the world academically and socio-emotionally. Our goal is to promote connection and encourage resilience so that the students feel prepared in their ability to self-regulate, self-advocate and feel equipped for the world where their outcomes are successfully achieved.
OUR MISSION:
Our MISSION is to build culture so that students, staff, and families feel safe, supported, and empowered by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program in the Academic, Post-Secondary and Social/Emotional domains.
WHAT DO SCHOOL COUNSELORS DO?
School counselors are certified/licensed educators who improve student success for ALL students by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program. School counselors help students to:
• apply academic achievement strategies
• manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills
• plan for postsecondary options (higher education, military, work force)
HOW CAN I REACH MY CHILD'S SCHOOL COUNSELOR OR MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL?
Follow this link to access a list of WPS professionals by school.
Resource: 10 Positive Behavior Support Strategies to Support Families at Home
Top 10 SEL Books for Parents
Top 10 Books for Parents (Collaborative for Academic and Social Emotional Learning)
National Online Safety
A resource for parents and educators about trending social media issues so that informed discussions can occur with our children. Visit their web site for more information. Example resources from their site:
- Social Media and Mental Health
- Positive and Negative Impacts of Social Media
- Social Pressures Linked to Friends and Followers
- Cyberbullying
- Sad-fishing
At-Home Resource Library of Activities, Ideas, Virtual Field Trips, and much more!
Dealing with COVID-19
"I'm Bored!" COVID-19 Home Activity Pack
