• MISSION STATEMENT

    The mission of MBSE’s School Counseling Program is to reduce barriers to academic achievement and encourage excellence in all students by promoting academic, personal and social, and career development.  I strive to accomplish this mission through collaboration with educators, parents, and the community in an effort to empower students to attain their highest potential. I value our students and believe we should provide advocacy, leadership, and support through a comprehensive guidance and counseling program.



    VISION STATEMENT 

    MBSE’s Counseling Department will encourage excellence by providing guidance, support, and responsive services to all students, thus fostering the development of lifelong learners and respectful citizens.  


    Who are school Counselors and what do they do?

    School counselors are certified educators who are specifically trained to address the academic, personal/social, and career development needs of their students. They help promote a safe and secure learning environment by providing developmentally appropriate counseling services that are based on best practices.

    School counseling services include classroom guidance, individual counseling, small group counseling, parent/teacher consultation, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and mediation, supporting good attendance, Student Intervention Support Team meetings, and community resources.  School counselors also work closely with other student support service personnel such as the School Social Worker and School Psychologist.

     

    How are students referred to the counselor?


    Counseling is conducted with students individually and in small groups when requested and determined appropriate. It is voluntary and confidential. Parent permission is obtained prior to any small group counseling. Students are seen when:

    • Parents request and indicate a need and desire that the counselor meet with their child
    • Students request counseling
    • Teachers, administrators, or other school staff members refer the student to the counselor

     

    When should you call a counselor?

    • When your student is having difficulty learning
    • When family changes interfere with academic progress
    • When your child needs extra help adjusting to school
    • When you want to arrange a meeting with both a teacher and a counselor
    • When you want to discover available community resources and agencies for your student and family

     

    Confidentiality

    The rules of confidentiality for counselors are very different from those of teachers. Confidentiality is important to maintain a trusting relationship with students.  Students are told that what they tell Mrs. Pegram is just between them unless someone is in danger. Only then will Mrs. Pegram tell someone to make sure they are safe and healthy. Information is not disclosed to other staff members, parents, or students unless permission is granted. If a student discloses information deemed crucial to a child's safety or well-being, the student is informed that his/her parents must be notified. 

     

    Mrs. Lisa Pegram

    pegraml@gcsnc.com

    336-656-4010

    Fax 336-656-4616