KILLARNEY TEACHER COUNSELLOR SERVICES 

What is a School Counsellor?

• A certified teacher with specialized training in Counselling Psychology. 
• At Killarney each grade has their own counsellor who starts with them in Grade 8 and continues as their counsellor until grade 12. 

What does a Secondary School Counsellor Do?

• Assists Parents and Students to
  • Understand school curriculum, courses and services
  • Understand educational strengths, challenges and needs of the student
  • Become aware of post secondary options and career possibilities
  • Develop effective communication skills with each other
  • Become aware of alternate courses, program and schools that may better suit the student
• Helps Students Deal with Life Issues such as:
  • Anxiety, Depression and other mental health concerns
  • Assertiveness and Conflict Resolution
  • Bullying, Gangs and Peer Pressure
  • Family Relationships
  • Career and Post Secondary Planning
  • Stress Management, Decision Making and Problem Solving 
• Liases with Teachers, Administrative Staff and other professionals to best support students in school
  
• Teaches a portion of Health and Career Education curriculum

How can I contact my school counsellor?

• Students can drop by their counsellor’s office to talk.  If it’s an emergency, contact any counsellor in the office for help. 
• Parents can phone or email their son or daughter’s counsellor to make an appointment.