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Guidance

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Mrs. Carns, Laurel Valley Elementary Counselor

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 724-235-2723 ext: 206

 

Elementary Guidance Curriculum

Ligonier Valley School District Elementary School Counselors are certified professionals who implement a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate, counseling program to all students aged 3 to 12.  Counselors work in partnership with district administration, educators, families, and community stakeholders to provide all students with appropriate academic instruction, career awareness, social and emotional support, and interpersonal skill development necessary for their success as productive, responsible citizens.

The counseling program provides interaction with students through classroom lessons, small groups, and individual meetings. Elementary programs include; Second Step, ROX girls group, XELLO, and PBIS initiatives. Elementary School Counselors align lessons and projects to PA CEW and ASCA standards. Through our curriculum, students are encouraged to work on problem-solving strategies, positive decisions making, effective communication and career development.

Ligonier Valley School District Elementary School Counselors are actively engaged in connecting families with resources through the Elementary Student Assistance Program, MTSS, St. Vincent Prevention Projects, the Food 2 Go program and helping with holiday supports.

Monthly Guidance Themes

Month

Lesson Topic

Career Café Focus

September

Respect Matters

Health

October

Act Responsibly

Nature/Climate

November

Goal Setting/Career Awareness – Make a Plan

Business

December

Organization/Career Development

Public Service/Helping

January

Listening/Communication

Hospitality/Entertainment

February

Making Honest Choices/Problem Solving

Creative Arts

March

Show Cooperation

Manufacturing/Building and Fixing

April

Career/Self Awareness

Space

May

Career Projects

Technology