Counselor's Message

SOUTH LAKE COUNSELORS     (405)735-4660

                                   Email:  Jannette Maxwell          Email me  Jill Carson

                                          Kindergarten-3rd                         4th-6th Grade   

 

As school counselors, we are responsible for the Guidance and Counseling Program at South Lake Elementary.  This program is an integral part of the school's total educational curriculum. Our goal is to help your student become the best he/she can be academically, emotionally, and socially. The following services are available:
 
1.  Classroom Guidance - Provides 1-2 guidance lessons a month in each class.

Topics include:
Decision-making, problem-solving 
Motivation to achieve (test-taking strategies)
Safety (personal, internet, and anti-bullying)
Self-confidence
Substance abuse (alcohol, tobacco, drug) prevention 
Responsible behavior
Digital Citizenship 

2.  Group and Individual Guidance - Addresses the immediate concerns of students.

Academics
Coping with stress and peer pressure: friendship issues
Grief/ Loss or divorce
Handling emotions
School-related issues 

3.  Individual Planning - Assists students in monitoring and understanding their own development.

Career awareness
Goal-setting
Standardized testing results 

4.  System Support - Includes parent and staff support activities and services.

Community counseling information
Standardized testing, building test coordinator
Tutoring and alternative programs
Students who would like to schedule a visit with me may do so by self, teacher, or parent requests.  Verbal parent permission is required for ongoing guidance.
 
If we can be of assistance, please contact us at school.  Thank you for your continued support of the SLE Guidance and Counseling Program.  We are grateful you entrust your child to our daily care.  It is an honor to serve and be a part of the South Lake Elementary Community!