My name is Ms.
Sepp and I am the school counselor at Lee Elementary!
I work with every student
individually, in small groups and in their classroom.
For small group counseling, I send home a permission form that lets
parents know what the topic is, what will be covered, and the goals of the
group. Parents have the option of allowing their child to participate or
declining the invitation to the small group.
Groups will meet during their lunchtime once a week for 4-6 sessions.
For classroom-based counseling, guidance, I collaborate with teachers on
units that he/she thinks the students need most. Common topics might include:
self-esteem, making and keeping friends, positive school behaviors, and
bullying. This year I will focus on
reinforcing Social Emotional Learning (SEL) topics that classroom teachers will
be teaching on Mondays. I am on a
two-week rotation, meaning I will see every student at least twice a month.
To receive individual counseling, a student’s parent, teacher, or principal
can refer them. Students
can also request to see me by filling out a counseling request form and turning
it into the mailbox outside my office. Students come to my office to talk about
things that impact their learning at school, such as friendships, study skills
and self-esteem. In my office, students can feel free to talk about what
worries them and to ask questions.
As part of my effort to maintain
consistent and clear lines of communication with parents, I will inform you if
your child is repeatedly requesting to see me. The goal is to meet with your child
regularly at first and then slowly decrease services to an “as needed” basis or
give you referral options. My goal is to
help your child be successful both academically and socially through scheduled
counseling opportunities so please feel free to contact me with any background
information you’d like to provide.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at jsepp@austinisd.org or
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