Counseling

New Student Orientation Day - Welcome to Middle School!

When we think of middle school, the word change comes about: environmental, physical, emotional, intellectual, and social.
These changes are key to the development of the middle schooler.
The most obvious change is the transition from primary, which brings on a level of responsibility and maturity for adaptation to a new learning environment.

The first sign of physical change usually occurs during the summer months. The student arrives for the middle school experience with a taller appearance. The emotional, intellectual, and social changes surface as well, giving a clear sign that primary is long gone.

During the middle school years, conflicts, contradictions, curiosity, relational upsets, short-term friendships, and a desire for peer acceptance are viewed as normal. This is the time for inquiries and lessons are learned, and self-concepts are formed. Yet, even with such growth, the middle schooler craves guidance and structure from the home and school.

MISSION STATEMENT

The AISE Main Campus’ counseling team supports raising student achievement every day in every way by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program. The AISE Main Campus School Counseling Program supports every student by providing individual and group counseling, classroom lessons, academic support, career and university guidance, and support for teachers, parents, and administrative staff. School counselors at AISE Main adhere to the ASCA/ISCA models; highlighting, areas in academic, personal/social, career, and the global perspective. The AISE Main School Counseling Department follows IACAC/NACAC’s guide to ethical practice for college admissions. The goal of the school counseling program is to develop lifelong learners and global citizens.

PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT

All students have the ability to achieve their academic and personal/social potential.

All students have a right to access the AISE Main Campus School counseling program.

Every student is unique and contributes to the AISE main campus school community in various ways based on culture, ethnicity, and academic backgrounds.

Regardless of ability, all students should have access to the necessary resources and support to achieve, whether it be in school support or collaboration with community resources.

All students will receive academic and career guidance to fit their individual needs and goals, including support during the university admissions process.

The AISE Main Campus School Counseling Program is preventative in nature and provides interventions and support based on student developmental needs.

The AISE Main Campus School Counseling Program is delivered, planned, and managed by certified/licensed counselors.

AISE Main Campus School Counselors should participate in professional development to stay current with trends and best practices in the school counseling profession.

The AISE main campus’ school counseling program adheres to ISCA and ASCA ethical guidelines and standards.

The AISE Main Campus School Counseling program will be audited yearly by the School Counselors and reported by the grade level administration and school director.

The AISE Main Campus School Counselors will be evaluated annually by the grade level administration.

COUNSELING SERVICES

Counselor's corner bi-weekly videos- Serve as a means to encourage and inspire students to establish good character traits. An example is below:

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Individual counseling- Allows students to get to the root of their problems and bring about a solution with the direction of the counselor
Group counseling- Students who share a common problem get help from each other under the direction of the counselor.
Ambassador program- Selected students work together to bring about school-wide programs, and assist new students to get acclimated to their new learning environment.
Teacher/Student Mentoring program- A system in which teachers provide support to students in academics, social/personal/emotional, and attendance concerns.
Class lessons- These lessons support students with self-knowledge, academics, social/personal development
Career Day- A day in which students are exposed to the various career opportunities to begin considering future career interests.
Peer Helpers program- Students are paired with the lower level students to assist them with academics. Furthermore, the helpers provide support to students in need of resolving conflicts that may be challenging. The students in the peer helpers program are supervised by the counselor.
Conflict resolution- A way for students to hash out their differences and determine a favorable solution.
Teacher and student counseling referral forms-Used to gather data of the students' needs and provide interventions and support

PARENT RESOURCE

"When a child is struggling, the whole family is affected. At the Child Mind Institute we want to help you make good decisions for your kids and navigate the challenges of parenting. We explore the concerns and challenges we hear about most from parents and provide expert guidance on how to respond in the most effective way. And if you have a child who needs support, we offer resources that can help you get the best care for that child and the best outcome for your family."

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COUNSELOR'S ROLE

Research shows school counseling programs, as outlined by “The ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs,” have a positive impact on student achievement. The development and implementation of these programs requires leadership from well-trained, highly competent middle school counselors and collaboration with school administrators, classroom teachers, school staff and community stakeholders.