Mrs. Grunwaldt- Counselor
Stephanie Lieberman-Counseling Intern

As the school counselor, my role includes promoting and supporting the academic, social and emotional growth of all students.  Because I will be following the Missouri Model Guidance Program, I thought it might be helpful to outline the program in more detail below.  

Guidance Curriculum

35-45% of counselor’s time

Classroom Activities

*30 minutes monthly
*Monthly Themes based on curriculum
Character education, goal setting, drug/alcohol awareness, decision making, safety, feelings, family, friendship, careers, conflict resolution, diversity and communication

 Responsive Services
30-40% of counselor’s time

Personal Counseling

*Small Groups
Emotion management, self-esteem, bullying, character education, friendship and family change
*Individual Counseling
*Consultation
 Parents, teachers, administrators and community agencies
*Referral
Care Team
Mental health agencies and social services

System Support
10-15% of counselor’s time

Professional Development

Program Management

Fair-share Responsibilities
Community Outreach

Individual Planning

5-10% of counselor’s time

Individual Appraisal

*Abilities, interests, skills, achievement

Individual Assessment

*Goal setting
*Personal-social, career and educational
*Career portfolios

Placement

*Transition to middle school

I’m looking forward to joining each of you in helping to make this year one of your child’s most pleasant and productive educational experiences.