Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
- What does a school counselor do?
- Why should we have elementary counselors?
- What kind of counseling services are provided at Purple Sage?
- What can the school counselor do for my child?
- Who does the school counselor serve?
- What about confidentiality?
- How can I contact the Purple Sage school counselor?
What does a school counselor do?
The professional school counselor is a certified/licensed educator trained
in school counseling. Professional school counselors address the needs of
students though the implementation of a comprehensive developmental school
counseling program.
Why should we have elementary counselors?
Elementary school is a time when students develop attitudes concerning
school, self, peers, social groups and family. It is a time when students
develop decision-making, communication and life training skills and
character values.
Elementary counseling programs are based on prevention, providing goals
which are integrated into all aspects of children's lives.
What kind of counseling services are provided at Purple Sage?
Individual counseling, small group counseling, consultation services,
classroom guidance, crisis intervention, prevention programs, transitional
support, and support services.
What can the school counselor do for my child?
Teach skills in conflict resolution, provide individual or group counseling,
provide academic support, provide crisis intervention, provide resources,
assist students to adjust in order to be socially and academically
successful, provide classroom guidance, and assist in making the school
atmosphere a positive, safe place whre all students are able to learn and
develop successfully.
Who does the school counselor serve?
The school counselor is here for ALL students! The school counselor is also
here to assist teachers and parents.
What about confidentiality?
The Purple Sage counseling program is dedicated to respecting the privacy of
interactions between students and counselors, while respecting the
importance of communication with parents.
How can I contact the Purple Sage school counselor?
Parents may contact the school counselor by calling #428-3506 or e-mail at
tamara_moore@roundrockisd.org. Students may contact the school counselor by
telling their teacher,parents or the school counselor herself.