The school counselor is involved in counseling, consultation and coordination to achieve the goals and objectives of the school in helping students to reach their potential. In that capacity, the school counselor works with the administration, teachers and students in a variety of ways. The school counselor works directly with students providing services individually, in groups and in classrooms on issues related to their adjustment in school,social and emotional well-being, classroom environment, educational needs, character development and community related activities. The counselor is a member of the administrative team and those duties include monitoring attendance, assisting with the development of disciplinary and behavioral plans. The counselor coordinates the standardized testing and is responsible for ensuring that special populations are tested in appropriate settings. The counselor coordinates the programs to help 5th grade students transition to Deal Middle School including Deal Buddy Day, placement tests for Deal and class presentations on issues related to leaving Janney and entering a middle school environment. The counselor coordinates the Schools - to - Career activities in the school, including Career Day presentations. Other duties include overseeing volunteer efforts in the school and other activities between the school and the community. The counselor is also a resource for teachers and parents, providing support and information on dealing with difficult life situations or events that are negatively affecting a student or students and when needed, makes appropriate referrals to community resources. Please feel free to contact the counselor either by leaving a note in the envelope outside my door or by calling 282-1243.