This site is a class blog space for new Career and Technical Specializations and Heathcare Science teachers enrolled in the New Teacher Institute (NTI) at Georgia State University in Atlanta, Georgia.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Counselor
After assessing the responsibilities facing the counselors, I already have a new appreciation for them. Just considering the social issues that arise, this alone seems insurmountable. Given all the other requirements to see our students to graduation, their patience, resolve, caring, and logistical skills far exceed most I have known. I am fortunate to work for and be a part of North Paulding High School. Being surrounded by professionals in every aspect demands me to give the best of myself to the benefit of my students. I believe good communication with the counselors is essential for them to do their job well, this in turn will benefit our programs. These professionals are often taken for granted. Without their diligence we all would fail our wards.
I agree with you, Ken. Counselors have a huge load on their plates. Students today have or get whatever they want. Counselors have to accommodate them. I really have alot of respect for our counselors as well. They not only strive to meet the students' needs, they also put up with us. Sometimes, we have students that might be in the right course but haven't had the required prerequisite to remain in that class. That is when we need counselors on our side. Now, after this assignment, I see counselors differently.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you with the vast array of responsibilities tied to being a high school counselor. A new appreciation comes when you really need them to help. When I announced that I needed to spend time with them to do the interview, both were very supportive. Of course it helped to know them before I became a teacher. It has impressed me that they wear so many different hats.
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