Our school counseling and social work teams are here to support students and families throughout the school year. Students may request to speak with a school counselor or a school social worker at any time, and families are also welcome to make referrals if they have concerns. Sometimes students seek help on their own, and other times a teacher or parent notices that a child could benefit from additional support. No matter the reason, our goal is always the same: to help students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

School Counselors can help students with:

• Managing stress, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions

• Friendship issues, peer conflict, or social skills

• Bullying concerns (as a target, bystander, or someone needing guidance)

• Improving organization, study habits, or time-management

• Building confidence, self-esteem, and coping skills

• Navigating changes such as new school transitions or family shifts

• Problem-solving and decision-making

• Goal-setting for academic or personal growth

• Conflict mediation between students

• Having a safe, supportive space to talk when something feels “off”

School Social Workers can assist students and families with:

• Connecting families with community resources (food, clothing, housing, utilities)

• Attendance concerns and developing plans to support regular school participation

• Mental health referrals for outside counseling or specialists

• Support during major life changes such as divorce, loss, or family crises

• Improving school–home communication and partnership

• Behavior support plans and strategies for home and school

• Assistance with transportation or access to school-related needs

• Crisis intervention during emergencies or urgent situations

• Helping families navigate complicated systems (medical, mental health, social services)

• Providing additional support for students struggling socially, emotionally, or behaviorally