Counseling Services

Allison Webb

Nancy Rose

All students are free to talk with one of the MCES School Counselors about personal concerns they may have. Students may be referred by teachers, parents, or a self-referral form provided by the counselors.

The counselors facilitate life skills lessons in the specials rotation that adhere to the American School Counselor Association and Tennessee School Counseling standards. Main topics addressed include:

• Character lessons that cover character words for each month such as respect, responsibility, self-control, gratitude, caring, growth mindset, kindness, self regulation, flexibility, and sportsmanship

• Self Awareness

• Emotional regulation and feelings

• Study skills

• Coping strategies

• Goal setting

• Communication strategies

• Online safety

• Peer pressure

• Conflict resolution

• Career exploration

• Friendship 

Small Group Counseling: Small groups are organized to help students meet certain challenges they may be facing. These groups give students the opportunity to come together with like peers to acquire specific skills in a confidential setting. Examples of small groups include:

• empowerment groups to help children build confidence

• anger management groups to help students learn how to deal with anger

• grief groups to help children cope with the death of a loved one

• changing family groups to help children adjust to transitions from divorce, remarriage, and/or step-families

Please contact your child’s teacher or one of the MCES School Counselors if you feel your child could benefit from a small group setting. 

An elementary school counselor is a certified educator who supports the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development of all students. School counselors work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to help create a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Your school counselors host several special events throughout the school year.

• Character Assemblies

• World Kindness Day

• Career Day

• Countries Around the World Day

• Random Act of Kindness Week

• Inspire Week

• Service projects through Inspire Crew

• Welcome Breakfast for new families