School Counselors

School Counseling Mission Statement

The School Counseling Program provides assistance to students in the further development of skills necessary for personal success: encouraging positive character traits, coping with life's difficulties, building cohesive relationships, and achieving academic success. Through collaboration with administrators, teachers, students and their families, local businesses, and postsecondary institutions the school counseling program strives to promote and enhance academic, career, and personal development for all students.

How can I meet with my School Counselor?

School Counselors are often meeting with students or in classrooms, it is best to schedule an appointment. Email is preferred.

New Student Orientation Presentation

25-26 MS New Student Packet

MS Counselor Newsletter

Resources

📚 Academic Support

MS Teams & Teachers
Organization & Study Skills
Study Skills for Middle School
Checklist for Students
Homework & Study Habits
Quizlet – Study tools, flashcards, and practice tests. www.quizlet.com
Khan Academy – Free lessons and practice in all subjects. www.khanacademy.org
Local Tutors - scroll to bottom

😊 Social & Emotional Wellness

MS Chill Team
Student Assistance Program – identify and address barriers, helping students succeed
Mental Health Mobile Apps
Safe2Say Something – https://www.safe2saypa.org/
Common Sense Media – Digital citizenship and online safety. www.commonsense.org
Mindfulness Tools – Guided meditations and mindfulness tools. Video and Activities
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 for confidential help 24/7. 988lifeline.org
The Trevor Project – Support for LGBTQ+ youth. Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678. www.thetrevorproject.org
StopBullying.gov – How to handle and report bullying. www.stopbullying.gov

🎯 Career Exploration

Naviance
Parkway West Career & Technical Center
PA CareerZone – Explore career options and match with interests. www.pacareerzone.org
CareerOneStop – Skills Matcher – Connect personal strengths to possible careers. www.careeronestop.org