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GUIDANCE & COUNSELING
Counseling is the heart of the Guidance Program. Its primary areas of focus are to promote students' self-understanding and self-acceptance, facilitate personal decision-making, and resolve special problems.Counseling may take place individually or in class groups, depending on the students' needs and the issues to be addressed. Counseling sessions are conducted routinely for all year levels, with students meeting individually with their Counselor at least once during the school year. Students are always welcome to make additional appointments. Students may contact their Counselor to request a meeting.
MISSION STATEMENT FOR CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT The Central Catholic High School Guidance Department believes its role is to encourage, support and challenge students as they grow and mature throughout their high school years. The department offers a comprehensive four year developmental school counseling program that addresses the academic, career and personal/social development of all students. Delivery of services is through a structured guidance curriculum, individual student planning and responsive services to meet students’ immediate needs and concerns. Integral to its mission is the collaboration of all professionals in the school community as well as the involvement of parents and the wider community. Developmental Guidance Program The Central Catholic Guidance Department participates in a Developmental Guidance Program for its studentsDevelopmental Guidance Classes meet throughout the year Grade 9 classes are once every six days throughout the first semester Topics include: adjustment skills, study skills, setting goals, evaluating their performance and help in feeling at home in their new surroundings Students in other grades meet periodically in a classroom to receive information necessary for the college admissions process. Classes are scheduled for: PSAT results, Scheduling Decisions and Career and College Information GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT OUTCOMES Academic Outcomes Students will complete school with the academic preparation essential to choose from a wide range of post-secondary options, including college. Students will use feedback from faculty, staff and administrators to discover their strengths and weaknesses and improve their academic skills Students will use knowledge and understanding of the Central Catholic Program of studies to meet graduation outcomes and requirements. Students will be aware of the importance of personal responsibility and good work habits for success in school, work and life. PERSONAL/SOCIAL OUTCOMES Students will acquire the attitudes, knowledge and interpersonal skills to help them understand and respect self and others. Students will make decisions, set goals and take the necessary actions to achieve goals. Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in different contexts. Students will identify sources of stress and anxiety in their lives and use appropriate coping skills to maintain physical and emotional health. Students will solve problems and resolve conflicts without resorting to harassment, abuse or violence. Students will contribute to the Central Catholic High School community and the community at large through extra-curricular involvement. CAREER OUTCOMES Students will identify talents, skills and values that may be used to examine possible career options. Students will learn strategies to achieve future career success and satisfaction. Students will acquire knowledge of professions and career opportunities.
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