Counselor

Dorris A. Jones Elementary has a full-time counselor on staff to serve your child.

Who is our school counselor?
Carol Silva is our Jones Student Counselor.

What does a school counselor do?
A school counselor implements a developmental guidance and counseling program

Guidance Curriculum:
Providing guidance content to all students. Lessons may include:
Self-esteem
Decision-making
Goal setting
Problem solving
Social skills
Anti-bullying through the use of the following

Responsive Services:
Addressing the immediate concerns of students
School related concerns
Abuse
Grief
Family Issues
Safety

Individual Planning:
Helping students understand their own development
Personal development
Testing coordinator

System Support:
Testing coordinator
Program and staff support
Parent consultation
Teacher consultation
CARE team coordinator
Outside referrals 

In addition our counselor heads up the schools implementation of RISD’s:  Rachel’s Challenge Program, College and Career Week, Red Ribbon Week, and Core Essential’s Character Development program