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    Our vision at Lingerfeldt Elementary is to create a learning environment that inspires success and a lifetime of learning.

    Here's some information about what we do here at Lingerfeldt:

    Classroom Guidance:  We visit classrooms each morning with Morning Meeting lessons. Please visit our calendar for specific information.
     
    Individual Counseling Sessions:  We meet with students individually to assist them with learning plans, academic goals, career plans, and social emotional health.  The student, teacher, or parent may request that the student meet with us.  The sessions are confidential unless the student tells us that s/he is in danger, being hurt, or intends to hurt her/himself or someone else.
     
    Group Counseling Sessions:  We meet with small groups of students who are all experiencing similar situations.  The students are able to support and learn from each other.  Each student in the group must agree to keep all members' personal information confidential. 
     

    Some things a counselor can help with include the following :

    • Character Education

    • Positive behavior choices

    • Academic skills & achievement

    • Coping Skills

    • Goal setting

    • Self-esteem

    • Friendship/Social Skills

    • Conflict Resolution

    • Grief/Loss

    The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) provides the following information about the role of school counselors.

    Who Are School Counselors?

    The Role of the School Counselor

    The Role of Elementary School Counselors

     
    If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call or email us at 704-866-6094 or macassady@gaston.k12.nc.us (K, 2nd and 4th grades) and jfgosnell@gaston.k12.nc.us (1st, 3rd and 5th grades).