This special week honors school counselors for the important role they play in helping students examine their talents, strengths, abilities, and interests. Counselors work in professional partnerships with teachers and support personnel to provide an educational environment where students can realize their true potential. When a student needs to talk to someone, a school counselor can be a great place to start. School counselors are integral to student success. By providing education, prevention, early identification and intervention, school counselors can help children achieve academic success.

School counselors give tips and support on solving problems, stress management and making good decisions. It’s a good idea for a student to visit their school counselor and get to know her. It’s easier for a student to talk about a problem when they already feel comfortable with their counselor.  Counselors are indispensible to the school community, so get to know your counselor today.