What does the
school counseling
program consist
of?
An effective school
counseling program is
delivered using the
three C’s.
Counseling:
Message to Bethesda Parents
I am a full time staff member who is available to all students, parents and staff. My
role as a professional school counselor is to
implement the MCPS Comprehensive School
Counseling Program. I meet regularly with all
Counseling
at Bethesda
Elementary
School
students through school-wide programs and
classroom guidance lessons. When needed, I
also meet with students in small group or
individual settings.
I offer individual, small
group, and large group
My job as a school counselor is to help stu-
guidance lessons.
dents develop knowledge and skills appropri-
Consultation:
ate to their age and grade in the areas of
I consulate with a va-
academic success, personal growth, career
riety of people such as,
awareness, and interpersonal relationships
parents/guardians,
teachers, administration, and community
agencies on behalf of
student and school
needs.
such as making and keeping friends, how to
handle peer pressure and how to safely resolve conflicts.
I am always available as a resource for par-
Coordination:
ents to answer questions they may have
I collaborate with oth-
about their child's development, please do
ers to coordinate services in order to deliver a comprehensive
counseling program.
not hesitate to contact me.
[email protected]
Jessica Nicholson
Professional
School Counselor
Did you know that
Mrs. Nicholson...
Why might I need to
see Mrs. Nicholson?
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works with students indi-
How do I get to talk
with Mrs. Nicholson
vidually to help them solve
when I need to?
difficult situations?

I need help coping with
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
classroom focusing on coop-
getting along with others
eration, conflict resolution
I need help with problem
skills, decision making,
I need help
adjusting to
want to see her.

permission.

I’m having a
hard time
making new
friends
My principal may suggest that
communication skills, etc.?

I see her.
My parent(s) may
request it.
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My teacher may rec-
ommend me.
change

I can go to her office
with my teacher’s
works with students in the
I’m having a hard time
tion

ment, divorce, etc.?
I would like to talk about
solving/conflict resolu-
tell my teacher I
study skills, anger manage-
family
I can fill out a referral slip or I can
as friendship, self-esteem,
school, with friends or
my feelings

small groups on such topics
difficulties at home,

works with students in

Mrs. Nicholson may
send a note to invite
me.