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Hello Broad Street Parents! My name is Ms. Enid Colon and I am returning as the Guidance Counselor at Broad Street School. The counseling program at Broad Street School is designed to be preventative and developmental. If you are interested in learning more about the Guidance Department program feel free to read over the frequently asked questions listed below! Frequently Asked Questions How can I reach the Guidance Counselor? When is the Guidance Counselor available? Can you tell me more about individual and group counseling? How may my child receive guidance counseling? What other services are provided through the Guidance Department? What is the Character Education Program? What is the Student Recognition Program? What is PAC? What is the PAC process? What is the Child Study Team process? How can I reach the Guidance Counselor? You may reach the Guidance Counselor at (856) 423-0490, x101, or via email, ecolon@greenwich.k12.nj.us Back to Faq When is the Guidance Counselor available? Wednesday (afternoon) Thursday (full day) Friday (full day) Back to Faq Can you tell me more about individual and group counseling? Through guidance counseling students are given the opportunity to express their thoughts and feelings and/ or learn important life skills that enhance their ability to succeed personally, behaviorally, academically, and socially. Individual and group counseling is offered to help student in the following areas: •~ Academic Success •~ Anger Management •~ Divorce/ Changing Families •~ Loss/ Bereavement •~ Communication Skills •~ Self Confidence •~ Social Skills/ Friendship Skills •~ Coping Skills Back to Faq How may my child receive guidance counseling? A guidance counseling referral may be submitted by the teacher or parent(s)/ legal guardians. Parents may complete the attached counseling referral and permission form and submit it to your child's teacher. You may also call or email the Guidance Counselor. Back to Faq What other services are provided through the Guidance Department? •- Character Education Program •- Student Recognition Program •- Drug Prevention Program •- Bully Prevention Program •- Mediation •- Lunch/ Recess Groups •- Crisis Intervention •- Parent/ Teacher Conferences •- PAC Back to Faq What is the Character Education Program? The Guidance Counselor collaborates with teachers and administration to select monthly character themes, such as Respect, Responsibility, Self-Discipline, Friendship, Acceptance, etc. These themes are encouraged through lessons, posters, bulletin board displays, community service, and awards. For more information on this month's theme and different ways parents/ guardians may encourage this theme at home and in the community view the Monthly Theme link! Back to Faq What is the Student Recognition Program? Students are nominated monthly by their teachers for the "Shining Star" award for displaying the character theme and demonstrating overall good character! These nominees are announced during morning announcements, displayed in the hall showcase, and listed on the school website. Back to Faq
What is PAC? Pupil Assistance Committee (PAC) is a preventative program developed to identify, refer, and provide support services to students experiencing behavioral, academic or emotional difficulties which are creating a barrier to their academic and personal development. Back to Faq What is the PAC process? Referrals are submitted by the student's teacher. Parents are then contacted to attend an upcoming PAC meeting. A meeting is held with team members including the teacher, principal, guidance counselor, child study team representative other identified school professionals, and the parent(s). During the meeting the parent(s) and teacher are asked to share concerns. After identifying specific concerns the team suggests recommendations (e.g., peer buddy, homework club, BSI reading, guidance counseling, tutoring, referrals, etc.) that may help alleviate concerns. An Intervention Plan is developed and shared with all team members. A follow up consultation and/ or meeting is scheduled if the student continues to experience difficulties. Back to Faq What is the Child Study Team process? You may review the home page for the child study team or contact the child study team department to learn more about their process. If you need further assistance you are welcomed to contact the Guidance Department. Back to Faq Links This Month's Character Education Theme Shining Star Awards Counseling Referral Form Parent Permission for Counseling Form
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