School Counseling Mission Statement
All students enrolled in the School District of Waukesha receive comprehensive, developmental school counseling services. Through these services, students acquire essential skills regarding learning, choosing a career, and interacting within society to essentially experience a greater degree of opportunities with contentment in a diverse and ever changing world.
School Counseling: Gr. 4K-5
The elementary school counseling program services include:
Staff training and support for teachers who deliver developmental guidance lessons such as personal safety, bullying prevention, conflict resolution, drug awareness/prevention, social and career development skills
Crisis assistance
Consultation for parents and school staff regarding social/emotional concerns and assistance with intervention plans for students
School Counseling: Gr. 6-12
The secondary school counseling program (gr. 7-12) includes developmentally-appropriate educational/vocational career, personal, and social information to assist students in problem-solving and making educational and career decisions. The program also includes pupil appraisal [testing or referrals for testing (ACT, SAT, etc.)], post-secondary planning and scholarships, group and individual counseling, referral, research, and pupil follow-up activities. The counselors serve on BCTs (building collaboration teams) to assist as a team to solve a multitude of school and student problems. They also serve on IEPs (individualized education programs) required for students with disabilities.