The lessons are on developmentally appropriate topics from the Prince William County guidance curriculum such as adjusting to school for kindergartners, handling bullying for third graders, peer pressure for fourth graders and conflict resolution skills for the fifth grade. Small groups are offered by grade level during lunch. Again the focus of the groups varies with grade levels. First graders might work on making friends, third graders learn to work in teams in cooperative games, and fifth graders learn ways to handle stress. Study skills groups are offered at all grade levels 2 nd through 5 th .
Students see the counselor individually in several ways.
They might make a personal request or be referred by parents or teachers or staff. The counselor is also available for consultation with parents, staff and outside mental health professionals.