Counselors teach curriculum competencies within their area of specialization. On an individual basis, students work with the counselor whose domain matches their specific need. Within this team approach, all counselors have responsibilities to all students. The Response counselor takes care of general daily guidance tasks such as incoming phone calls, homework requests, parent inquiries, student inquiries, and verifying student early dismissals from school. The Response Counselor may refer students, parents and teachers who have specific needs to a specialized counselor.
Counselors take turns on a daily basis serving as the response counselor.
Student and Parent Access to Counselors Counselor appointment forms for students are available from teachers, the main office and the guidance center. All students who request a conference with the Response Counselor are seen within 24 hours. Students who need an appointment with a specific counselor may indicate their wish on the counselor appointment form, and will be called to the guidance center as soon as that particular counselor is available. Students are called from Study Hall or Homeroom in order not to disrupt classes. Copyright 2000 Central High School.