School counselors have a significant role in student’s lives, making impacts on school and future success. Having worked as a school-based therapist for more than 10 years in the public-school systems, I have a tremendous appreciation for school counselors. Minnesota-school-counselors have some of the greatest demands compared to other schools in the nation.
Did you know that the national averages are 1 school counselor per 470 students? Data from The Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare (CASCW) research state ratios report revealed that Minnesota’s school counselor to student ratio was one of the worst in the nation at 1 counselor per 734 students! This far exceeds the ASCA recommendations of 1 counselor per 250 students.
Check out some of the things you might find a school counselor doing:
- Spending time with students in visible areas such as the classrooms, hallways, and offices with doors open as sources of supports
- Helping students navigate options with job/ career and college readiness and assisting with test administration
- Working with educators, administration, and leadership to provide student support, attend meetings, coordinate services, and working together to address issues such as racial and economic achievement gaps
- Addressing school disciplinary incidents and promoting positive pro-social behavior
- Providing education and preventative care support for concerns such as bullying, school safety, sexual health, mental health, and substance use
- Providing school counseling support to students, including group supports, special education/ learning supports, and referrals to community partners for longer-term services
- Coordinating care with students and parents/ guardians to access resources and supports to address student needs to facilitate learning.
Please take time this week to thank a school counselor who has been an impact in your life.
A special note to school counselors, we would love to fill your bucket to help provide support in a therapeutic space. As you care for others, we also CARE about you.
If you or someone you know is struggling we urge you to reach out for help.
CARE Counseling, offers one hour talk therapy services in Minnesota for all ages. You can schedule online by visiting care-clinics.com or by calling (612)223-8898.
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