Counseling Services

Supportive counseling services are available for students at LDW and AMS. Mrs. Beverly Stoskus, the guidance counselor at A.M.S., is joined by Mrs. Katie O'Neal who is the part-time guidance counselor at L.D.W.. Mrs. Stoskus and Mrs. O’Neal provide individual and small group counseling and classroom lessons. They serve on the district crisis committee and are available to consult with parents and staff.

Mrs. Stoskus and Mrs. O’Neal coordinate building level Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) that support students struggling academically, behaviorally, or emotionally.

The goals of the guidance program are to support the 21^st Century Life & Careers Curriculum. The guidance program supports the academic mission of our district. We will be concentrating on social and emotional learning, teaching about diversity, career exploration, anger management, problem solving and critical thinking skills. The goals will be covered throughout the school year in the classroom through guidance lessons and activities. Mrs. O'Neal and Mrs. Stoskus work together to implement a school wide program aimed at building positive social relationships while reducing bullying.

Individual Counseling
Counseling is developmental and is designed to help students develop an understanding of themselves or others, define goals, and resolve conflict.

Small Group Counseling

Sometimes students who share a common concern find it helpful to meet together to share ideas and support. Possible group topics are Grief, Divorce or Family Change, Social Skills, Friendship, Drugs / Alcohol Prevention, Violence Prevention, Problem-Solving, Anger, Study Skills, Career Exploration, and Classroom Issues. Mrs. O'Neal and Mrs. Stoskus work together to implement a school wide program aimed at building positive social relationships while reducing bullying.

Classroom Lessons

Classroom lessons are designed to instruct students on character development, resolve conflicts & problems, feelings, and how to stay calm. Students learn through stories, questions and answers, role-playing, cooperative learning, short video-clips, and the Smartboard.

Parent University

Parent University is an opportunity for parents to gather at school to learn about a variety of parenting topics. The goal of the Parent University is to partner with families to offer information that supports positive development and relationships. During the school year classes are held on topics of interest to parents. Mrs. Stoskus and Mrs. O’Neal conduct the classes and may also invite local guests.

Helpful Links:

Character Development

www.cfchildren.org

www.connectwithkids.com

www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/kids

www.csee.net

Study Skills

http://teachersandfamilies.com/index.html

Parents & Families

www.parent.com

www.teachsecd.com

www.raisingourkids.com