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BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS Connecting with Your
Child’s School Counselor for a Successful School Year 1. Understand
the expertise and responsibilities of your child’s school counselor. School counselors make a
measurable impact in every student’s life, assisting with academic, career
and personal/social development. Professional school counselors are
trained in both educating and counseling, allowing them to function as a
facilitator between parents, teachers and the student in matters concerning
the student’s goals, abilities and any areas needing improvement. School
counselors provide services not only to students in need, but to all
students. 2. Meet or
contact your child’s school counselor at least three times per school year. The beginning of a school year
is an excellent opportunity to initiate contact with your child’s school
counselor and doing so can ensure your child’s positive school experience.
Find out who the counselor is and what his or her experience and background
are. By communicating with one another at the beginning, middle, and end
of the school year, parents and counselors can have a definite impact on a
child’s success. 3. Discuss
your child’s challenges and concerns with the school counselor. As a parent, you know your child
best. However, the school counselor can help you better understand your
child as a student. It’s important to encourage your child’s expression
of needs, hopes and frustrations. School counselors are trained to help
your children. 4. Learn
about your child’s school and social connections from the school counselor. When you need information or
assistance, your child’s school counselor can help you get in touch with the
appropriate school officials; learn about school policies on behavior,
attendance, and dress; know the school calendar of important dates and stay
connected with the school in many other ways. The school counselor can also
help you locate resources in the community when you need them. 5. Work
with the school counselor to identify resources and find solutions to
problems.
If your child is having a problem at school, it is important to work with
your child’s school counselor to find solutions. Discuss resources
available within and outside of the school, and get information on how such
programs can benefit your child. Your school counselor can be a
valuable partner in your child’s education and preparation for life beyond
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