CLASSROOM GUIDANCE LESSONS
Guidance lessons are presented in each classroom on a rotating basis throughout the year. The curriculum, which is provided to all students, is proactive, preventative, and developmental.
Guidance Lesson Topics:
Conflict Resolution Skills
SMALL GROUP COUNSELING
Small group counseling is part of Hopewell Public Schools' comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program. Small groups are formed based upon the needs of students, as well as requests from parents and teachers. Each small group runs for approximately 10 weeks. The groups meet during resource periods and typically contain 3 to 6 students. If there are not enough children for a particular group, the group will be postponed or will not be offered.
Harry E. James' school counseling groups provide an environment in which students have the opportunity to practice their skills, explore their ideas and feelings, and learn coping skills. School counseling groups do not take the place of outside counseling services. The school counselor's role is to offer support, not therapy. However, the counselor can provide help for locating outside agencies whenever a parent feels their child may benefit from professional therapy.
Counseling groups offered:
We also provide recommendations for behavior support services that work with students during the school day. Stop by the school to speak with Ms. Jones for more information.