In the event that there is a more serious problem, the student may be referred to the counselor managing a specialized area. Students are generally called to the Guidance Center during their study period. However, in an emergency, you may choose to send a student during your class. Please send the student to see the response counselor with a pass. Indicating the reason is helpful.
All students sign in with the guidance secretary, who maintains a record of student visits.
The guidance program at Benson High School allows counselors to work with all students proactively. Counselors have developed greater expertise and are able to present valuable information in their area of specialty. This new program emphasizes curriculum competencies which are presented through guidance activities for all students. Counselors still work with students individually. OPS's Comprehensive Competency Based Guidance Program, however, allows more opportunity to work with students in large and small groups and in a classroom setting.