"Elementary school counselors are educators uniquely trained in child development, learning strategies, self management and social skills, who understand and promote success for today’s diverse students. They implement a school counseling program to support students through this important developmental period. The program provides education, prevention and intervention activities, which are integrated into all aspects of children’s lives. The program teaches knowledge, attitudes and skills students need to acquire in academic, career and social/emotional development, which serve as the foundation for future success." - ASCA (The Essential Role of Elementary School Counselors)

 

In Denver Public Schools, Elementary School Counselors deliver lessons and programming to prepare students for their future.  Elementary students experience counseling programs with activities aligned with Colorado's Quality Indicators for Individual Career and Academic Planning and also have have Elementary ICAP Core Curriculum Counseling Lessons and Templates to create career and self exploration to meet their school's unique needs. DPS Elementary School Counselors work in school wide systems, their teammates include:

 

Students

Families

Psychologists and Social Workers

Administration

Behavior and Culture Positions

Teachers

Community Partners

Middle School Counselors to support the 5th to 6th grade transition