Counseling Services
Mrs. Acker's role is to promote the academic and social/emotional growth of all of our students. She works in partnership with educators and parents to assist students with making positive life choices, cope with difficult life events, identify and manage big feelings and emotions, appreciate diversity, promote confidence and develop healthy relationships.
The purpose of the Elementary Counseling Program is to empower all students academically, socially, emotionally and prepare them for their future by assisting in removing obstacles to learning in the classroom.
School Counselors meet the developmental needs of the student by providing:
- Individual counseling
- Small group counseling
- Preventative classroom guidance lessons
- School-wide programming
- Parent consultations
- Faculty consultation, collaboration, and education
- Coordination of services
- Referrals for specialized assistance
An Elementary School Counselor Can Assist to Increase:
- Focus and attention
- Belonging & safety
- Self-efficacy, self-esteem
- Friendship skills
- Study Skills
- Motivation
- Emotional Management
- Mindfulness
Isanti County Collaborative works in partnership with our schools to empower and provide opportunities for children and families.