The American School Counselor Association describes elementary school counselors as “educators who are uniquely trained in child development, learning strategies, self-management, and social skills, who understand and promote success for today’s diverse students” (ASCA, 2019). Atlanta Public Schools Elementary Counselors offer direct and indirect services for students in the following ways:

• Career Development Lessons
• College & Career Motivation Week
• Social Emotional Learning
• Anti-Bullying
• No Place for Hate
• Small Group Instruction and Counseling
• Parent/Teacher Consultations
•  Care/Attendance Teams
• Referrals:  Cluster Resource Guides List (community services grouped by school cluster)

ASCA Role of the Elementary School Counselor