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The
Role of the School Counselor
McNab
and Meco share a fulltime school counselor who offers individual counseling, small group
counseling, and large group guidance activities.
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The school
counselor helps students: |
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Develop self-understanding and
self-awareness.
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Learn to recognize and deal with their
feelings.
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Develop social skills and
conflict-resolution skills.
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Build self-esteem and self-confidence.
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Recognize and make the most of their
capabilities.
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Better adjust to school and home
environments.
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Make appropriate decisions.
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The
counselor facilitates Child Study Team meetings and acts as a
consultant to teachers and parents. The counselor also acts
as a link between school and human service agencies. |
