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Welcome to the Counselor's Corner

The Guidance program at Overlook Elementary is designed to support academic achievement by focusing on the development of an individuals potential and the responsibility to self and others.  Through counseling, consultation, and coordination of services, the counselor is proactive in helping students become responsible citizens and life-long learners.  This is accomplished though classroom guidance lessons, small group counseling, and responsive services.  Some examples are listed below.

School Guidance Curriculum
Peer Relationships                                          Successful Student Skills
Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution                 Self Concept
Transitions to Next Grade                                Test Taking Skills
Personal Safety, Harassment, Bullying                Multicultural/Diversity Awareness
Career Awareness/Exploration                         Goal Setting/Perseverance
Character Education (Core Essentials)               Violence Prevention (Second Step)

Small Group Counseling:
Aggression and Anger Management                  Friendship and Social Skills
Learning Skills and Motivation                        Changing Families
Grief                                                           Making Good Choices

Responsive Services:
Individual and Small Group Counseling              Conferences
Conflict Resolution                                         Consultation/Collaboration Referrals                                            Individual/Family/School Crisis Intervention                         
System Support:
Professional Development                   Consultation/Collaboration and Teaming
Program Management

       Professional School Counselors hold a Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling and required state certification in school counseling.  Maintaining certification requires ongoing professional development to stay current with education reform.

 Please feel free to contact your School Counselor, Heather Bachman, if you feel your child is in need of counseling services at 410-222-6585 or email at hbachman@aacps.org