Welcome to the HVRHS School Counseling Department!
"I am not a college counselor. Or, a guidance counselor (yikes). I am a school counselor. And, I support the holistic development of my students in the academic, social/emotional, and college/career spheres of their lives. " - Brian Coleman, ASCA 2019 School Counselor of the Year
The Comprehensive School Counseling Program at Housatonic Valley Regional High School is planned and proactive. It addresses the needs of all students by concentrating on the three broad domains of student development:
· Personal/Social
· Academic
· College/Career
These services are delivered to students following a curriculum model by the CT State Department of Education. The counselors at HVRHS have created specific lessons that are taught through classroom and group activities in grades 9-12. We also meet individually with students to assist them in their pursuit of academic success, help them set goals, and guide them as they plan for life after high school. When immediate needs and concerns arise, we provide responsive services through counseling, consulting, and referral.
A School Counselor Impacts Student Success by…
· Personal/Social
· Academic
· College/Career
These services are delivered to students following a curriculum model by the CT State Department of Education. The counselors at HVRHS have created specific lessons that are taught through classroom and group activities in grades 9-12. We also meet individually with students to assist them in their pursuit of academic success, help them set goals, and guide them as they plan for life after high school. When immediate needs and concerns arise, we provide responsive services through counseling, consulting, and referral.
A School Counselor Impacts Student Success by…
- SUPPORTING the academic, social/emotional, college and career development for ALL students
- ADVOCATING for student needs
- ELIMINATING barriers to achievement
- DELIVERING a planned, proactive curriculum at all grade levels
- USING data to inform interventions
- COLLABORATING and consulting with educational stakeholders
- PROVIDING individual planning services for all students
- CONNECTING students with school and community resources
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