Program
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". Nelson Mandela
What does a school counselor do?
"Parents, the press, administrators and the general public often wonder just what it is that school counselors do on a daily basis. Gone are the days of school counselors sitting in their office simply handing out college applications, making schedule changes for students who want to drop a class or meeting with the troublemakers in the school. Today's school counselors are vital members of the education team. They help all students in the areas of academic achievement, personal/social development and career development, ensuring today's students become the productive, well-adjusted adults of tomorrow. Learn more about the school counselor's role." - American School Counselor Association, 2020
Mission & Vision
LME School Counseling Program Mission:
The mission of the Lead Mine Elementary school counselors is to equitably promote academic, career and personal/social development for all students. All students will be provided access to individual, group, and classroom services. The school counselors will collaborate with others to support the development of creative, communicative, critical thinkers so that each student will be successful in a global community.
LME School Counseling Program Vision
All students at Lead Mine Elementary school, through the support of the school counseling program will successfully navigate our global society with an appreciation for diversity while exhibiting compassion, empathy and strong personal character.
School Counseling Program Beliefs
The counselors at Lead Mine Elementary believe all students:
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All students can learn and achieve academically when nurtured and supported in an encouraging environment.
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The social and emotional needs of all students must be addressed thoughtfully and strategically for academic development and future success.
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All students have worth and should be treated with dignity and respect.
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All students should have access to core curriculum lessons and counseling services.
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The school counselors will advocate for all students.
What is a "comprehensive school counseling program"?
"A comprehensive school counseling program is an integral component of the school’s academic mission. Comprehensive school counseling programs, driven by student data and based on standards in academic, career and personal/social development, promote and enhance the learning process for all students. The ASCA National Model:
■ ensures equitable access to a rigorous education for all students
■ identifies the knowledge and skills all students will acquire as a result of the K-12 comprehensive school counseling program
■ is delivered to all students in a systematic fashion
■ is based on data-driven decision making
■ is provided by a state-credentialed school counselor
Effective school counseling programs are a collaborative effort between the school counselor, parents and other educators to create an environment that promotes student achievement. Staff and school counselors value and respond to the diversity and individual differences in our societies and communities. Comprehensive school counseling programs ensure equitable access to opportunities and rigorous curriculum for all students to participate fully in the educational process" - American School Counselor Association, 2017
Our Curriculum
The counseling curriculum and classroom schedule will be posted soon.