WUSD - Murdock Elementary School

Departments

Counseling Office

“Preparing Today’s Youth for Tomorrows Challenges”

Comprehensive Guidance & Counseling Program

(CGCP)

TK through Fifth Grade

What is a School Counselor

~ A person who helps ALL students

~ A resource for parents/guardians

~ A resource for staff members

~ A liaison with outside agencies

~ A homeless/foster youth liaison

~ A 504 Coordinator

~ An advocate & consultant

The School Counselor

~ Sees students individually, in small groups, and in the classroom

~ Consults & counsels with staff & parents/guardians

~ Coordinates special student events & leadership opportunities

A School Counselor is NOT

~ A psychologist

~ A therapist

~ A disciplinarian

~ An administrator

~ A substitute teacher

A School Counselor May See a Student When They Experience

~ Difficulty with solving problems

~ Difficulty with friends/family

~ Difficulty with academics

~ Difficulty with regulating emotions

~ Difficulty managing physical health

~ Difficulty with attendance

~ Difficulty with motivation

~ Difficulty with organization

~ Difficulty focusing & attending

~ Difficulty adjusting to school

Vision

To provide a safe, caring, and empowering learning environment that supports the whole child and all students in developing a healthy lifestyle, a strong sense of self, a passion for learning, the dedication to work, and the desire to contribute.

Mission

To work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, families, staff, and community members to provide ongoing opportunities, resources, and care that empowers and increases the academic, career, and social-emotional development and success of all students.

CRISIS SUPPORT:

Glenn County Behavioral Health

24 Hour Crisis Hotline

1-800-507-3530

If you are experiencing a crisis situation, please call. 24-hour crisis services are available and can be accessed by calling this number.

Youth Crisis Text Line

Text 'Listen' to 741741

CA Youth Run Chatline

Youth can always call or text the California Youth Crisis Line, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at:

800-843-5200

For more information about the Youth Crisis line please go to

https://calyouth.org/cycl/

In an Emergency please call 911

How does a Child See the School Counselor

~ Student referral

~ Referral by a peer/friend

~ Teacher referral

~ Parent referral

~ Administrative referral