Our School Counselor’s primary responsibility is to promote the academic, personal, and social development of all students, based on their individualized educational plans (IEP) and behavior improvement plans (BIP).
Our counselor offers support to the students, staff, families and community. She meets with students individually and in groups, offering transition/life skills/career planning sessions. She also meets with parents, collaborates with teachers and staff, and consults with community organizations to benefit and meet the needs of all DVSEC students and families.
Counseling topics address:
1. Behavioral Responsibility
2. Responsible Decision Making
3. Character Education (respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, caring, fairness, citizenship)
4. Vocational Counseling – Career exploration and preparation
5. Senior Transitional Counseling
6. Self Esteem Enhancement
7. Social Skills
8. Effective Anger Management and Coping Skills
9. Healthy Relationships and Lifestyle Behaviors
10. Study Skills and Work Ethic
11. Coordination of Community Services
12. Family Support and Resource Assistance