Middle school counselors are master's level educators uniquely trained in child and adolescent development, learning strategies, self management and social skills. They implement a comprehensive school counseling program to support students through this important developmental period. This program teaches students the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary for academic, career and social/emotional development. 

The school counselor develops a comprehensive program based on the school counseling standards from the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Model with input from parents, faculty/staff and community stakeholders. The ASCA National Model provides a flexible framework middle school counselors use to develop a comprehensive program designed to meet students' unique needs.

Comprehensive school counseling programs are data-based and designed to meet the unique needs of students.

The ASCA National Model provides a flexible framework middle school counselors use to develop a comprehensive program designed to meet students' unique needs. The delivery of these services includes:

• individual student planning

• responsive services

• referrals for community resources

How are students different because of the middle school counseling program?

• student attendance, behavior, and academic achievement improve

• students acquire knowledge, social skills, positive attitudes toward self and learning

Links and Resources to Promote Career Exposure and College Readiness Education: 

To explore careers and assess possible career interests visit My Career Shines.   

Visit College Board's PSAT to learn information about the PSAT 8/9.  

Want to learn more about preparing for college?  Visit Big Future by the College Board for more information.

Links and Resources to Support Social/Emotional Learning and Developmental Needs:

Read this article to build your understanding of young adult stress in middle school and how your school counselor can help. 

Looking for stress reduction tips for your middle school student?  Read this article.

For helpful tips and resources on the transition to middle school, read Making The Move To Middle School.