Middle
School Guidance Office: (570) 372-2256
Mrs.
Michelle Carnahan, Guidance Secretary
2006-2007 Counselor Assignments
Mr. Scott Smolleck, Grade
8 and Team A
Mrs. Judy Fatchaline,
Grade
7 and Team B
Counseling Services
Individual Counseling -Sessions are arranged in a personal and confidential manner. Referrals may be initiated by the student, staff, parent/guardian, or counselor.
Small Group Counseling - These groups of 10-12 members are designed for students who have experienced or are experiencing problems or concerns in their lives. The goal of these groups is to help students develop positive strategies to cope with their concerns. Possible group issues are study skills, changing families, loss, peer pressure, getting along with parents/siblings, stress management, and careers. Each member can discuss their feelings and gain support from peers in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential environment.
Information - A wide range of information about careers, training programs, colleges, course selections, and social issues is provided to students.
Appraisal - The counselor helps both student and parents to better understand each individual's abilities, interests and needs.
Orientation
- The counselor
assists the incoming student with the understanding and acceptance of the
many facets of a new school environment.
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updated:
10/18/2007