ABOUT STUDENT ENGAGEMENT AND COUNSELING SERVICES

Counseling Services supports counselors and administrators in implementing high quality counseling programs that promote student achievement. School counselors are proactive educators who facilitate the positive academic, career, personal/social and emotional development of students and provide interventions which remove barriers to learning. The counseling department expects equitable and accessible services for all students and families.

Administrative/Consultative Services:

Assist principals/administrator with the counselor appraisal process

Provide support, training, and direction to counselors

Conduct Spot Observation for School Counselors 

Higher Education Initiatives: 

Assist counselors in developing a college-going culture in the school

Conduct Senior Records Review for accuracy

Provide specific training on graduation requirements, dual credit, AP

Advanced Measures, course planner, etc. 

Coordinate District-wide Events/Initiatives: 

District-wide College Fair

Texas Scholars College Fair

Own the Turf – College Career Conference

Student Handbook

Anti-Bullying Prevention Program

Crisis Intervention Services:

Respond to crises as requested

Assure training on bullying, internet safety, suicide and violence risk assessment and the reporting process

Help counselors access resources and services for students and families

Counseling Program Development Services: 

Provide resources to monitor the progress of students who are at risk

Provide guidance lessons to ensure that the state mandates are provided for all students

Promote positive relations with the community concerning counselor efforts