Specific group guidance sessions employed by the counselor can assist students in their total school adjustment and thus reduce classroom problems. Special small-group counseling sessions are scheduled on a need basis for assisting students who exhibit more aggressive behavior. Some examples of counselor intervention strategies that focus on school adjustment and discipline are listed below. Orientation sessions are conducted at all grade levels to acquaint students with the discipline policy. The positive aspects and rewards of acceptable practices in attendance, classroom behavior, and social relationships both inside and outside the school environment are emphasized. Group guidance sessions are held which stress responsible behavior and coping skills. Individual sessions are scheduled on the basis of a referral or request from parents, teachers, or administrators. Minor first-time behavior problems may be referred to the counselor for assistance and follow-up. Follow-up activities with a student returning from a suspension are conducted when requested by the school administrators. Teachers are in-serviced on appropriate referral procedures and provided with necessary forms. Outside referrals are initiated through the principal when appropriate. Conferences with parents, teachers, and administrators are scheduled when appropriate. [5] IN PARENTING EDUCATION COUNSELOR’S ROLE Children do not come equipped with instruction manuals. Most parenting skills are learned through trial and error. Elementary schools effectively help children through developmental stages and learning processes when they support and seek involvement through facilitating school problems that offer assistance to parents and guardians. Because children today face increasingly difficult challenges and pressures, parenting has become an uncertain and complex adventure. Programs to assist and support parents in the parenting process are important parts of school counseling services. In addition to PTA/PTO presentations and sending communications home, schools can take an active role in this process by offering parent education opportunities. One of the ways to aid parents in developing more effective parenting skills is a series of programs about physical and emotional development essential for learning. Communication and behavior management strategies are usually included as part of the area of parent education. Community professionals (pediatricians, counselors/psychologists who work with children, and human resources workers) can be utilized as facilitators on panel discussions.
Specific group guidance sessions employed by the counselor can assist students in their total school adjustment and thus reduce classroom problems. Special small-group counseling sessions are scheduled on a need basis for assisting students who exhibit more aggressive behavior. Some examples of counselor intervention strategies that focus on school adjustment and discipline are listed below. Orientation sessions are conducted at all grade levels to acquaint students with the discipline policy. The positive aspects and rewards of acceptable practices in attendance, classroom behavior, and social relationships both inside and outside the school environment are emphasized. Group guidance sessions are held which stress responsible behavior and coping skills. Individual sessions are scheduled on the basis of a referral or request from parents, teachers, or administrators. Minor first-time behavior problems may be referred to the counselor for assistance and follow-up. Follow-up activities with a student returning from a suspension are conducted when requested by the school administrators. Teachers are in-serviced on appropriate referral procedures and provided with necessary forms. Outside referrals are initiated through the principal when appropriate. Conferences with parents, teachers, and administrators are scheduled when appropriate. [5] COUNSELOR’S ROLE IN PARENTING EDUCATION Children do not come equipped with instruction manuals. Most parenting skills are learned through trial and error. Elementary schools effectively help children through developmental stages and learning processes when they support and seek involvement through facilitating school problems that offer assistance to parents and guardians. Because children today face increasingly difficult challenges and pressures, parenting has become an uncertain and complex adventure. Programs to assist and support parents in the parenting process are important parts of school counseling services. In addition to PTA/PTO presentations and sending communications home, schools can take an active role in this process by offering parent education opportunities. One of the ways to aid parents in developing more effective parenting skills is a series of programs about physical and emotional development essential for learning. Communication and behavior management strategies are usually included as part of the area of parent education. Community professionals (pediatricians, counselors/psychologists who work with children, and human resources workers) can be utilized as facilitators on panel discussions.
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