COUNSELOR

The mission of the West Briar Counseling and Guidance program is to provide a caring, nurturing environment for our students to maximize their academic, emotional and social development to become responsible, productive community members.

• To provide guidance curriculum in a systematic way to all students

• To address the immediate concerns of students in the personal/emotional, social and academic areas

• To assist students in monitoring and understanding their own development

• To assist all students in transitioning from school to careers

• To engage in program development and to provide system support

• To utilize technology to enhance the delivery of services

1. Guidance Curriculum                                                       
   Promotes awareness, skill development and application of skills needed in everyday life.
2. Responsive Services                                          
   Addresses the immediate concerns of students.  Provides prevention and intervention
3. Individual Planning                                                        
   Assists students in monitoring and understanding their own development.  Aids students in setting goals and developing individual plans.
4. System Support                                                
   Includes program delivery support with parents, teachers and the community.