COLLEGE/CAREER ROOM IN STUDENT SERVICES OFFICE

College and career catalogues are available for college and career exploration in the Student Services Office.  Students should feel welcome to explore the many videos, catalogues, and computer programs.

CONFIDENTIALITY IN THE GUIDANCE PROGRAM

The main purpose of confidentiality is to offer students a relationship in which they will be able to deal with what concerns them without fear of disclosure.  Therefore, it will be the professional responsibility of school counselors to respect fully the right of privacy of those with whom they enter counseling relationships.

Confidentiality must not be abridged by the counselor except:

1. Where there is a clear and present danger to a student or to other persons.
2. To consult with others in student's interest.
 

GUIDANCE & COUNSELING PROGRAM
Claremont School Board Policy Code: JLD

The focus of the guidance and counseling program in the Claremont School District is on the developmental needs of all students at the elementary and secondary levels.

Counselors demonstrate respect for the dignity and worth of each individual and encourage each student to develop individual responsibility and decision-making skills.  Counselors coordinate the school guidance program and involve all staff members in designing and implementing plans to meet 3 major goals:

1 . Educational Development

Students will participate in planning their educational experiences so that their education is
consistent with educational requirements and career aspirations.

2. Personal/Social Development

Students will develop appropriate behaviors for a
variety of social settings.  Students will develop awareness of self and confidence in their own abilities in order to enhance their career and development.

3. Career Development

Students will develop career options consistent with their interests, abilities, andvaiues.  Career development includes focus on the 4 areas of vocation, avocation, family life, and citizenship.

GUIDANCE COUNSEL LO

Counselors are assigned to students by alphabet in the following manner:
 
 

STUDENT RECORDS

Individual student records are on file in the school.  They are open to review upon request.  This request must be signed by both the student and the parent (except students 18 years of age or older who may sign for themselves).  The principal will act on this request.

ALL students are expected to complete a Graduate Packet.  This consists of letters of recommendation, an activity form, transcript, a resume, and attendance profile.  This material is used for college admittance and for job references.

STUDENT SERVICES/GUIDANCE

Counselors provide assistance for all students for personal or school problems.  These services include assistance with educational planning; interpretation of test scores; occupational information; career information; study skills; help with home, school and/or social concerns; o r any question one would like to discuss with a counselor.  The walk-in service is available throughout the day for emergencies; however, students are encouraged to make an appointment with a counselor ahead of time.

Counselors contact all students during each semester to discuss class scheduling and plans for the future.  Students may also see the assistant principals or principal for problems they have.
 

SPECIAL EDUCATION

The ultimate goal of the special education program is to develop skills, attitudes, interests, and work habits so that the student will be academically, socially, and vocationally competent.  Students are enrolled in the least restrictive environment and, if necessary, are provided with support services to insure success.  The Tutoring Center support service is geared to meet the individual needs of all students including those with learning or emotional problems.  Coded students are enrolled in appropriate mainstream classes and are provided support services beyond those provided by the regular education teacher.  These services include consultation with the regular education teacher, tutorial services, individualized instruction, and a wide variety of instructional aids.  Along with these services, the Tutoring Center offers individualized academic programs to meet the needs of students whose Individualized Education Plans call for this intensive assistance.