Don Callejon Middle School Counseling

The Don Callejon Middle School counseling department strives to support the success of all students through the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program. We address students’ academic, career and social/emotional development by providing whole-classroom, small-group, and individual counseling. Don Callejon School Counselors believe that all students possess valuable strengths and have the ability to achieve in academics, careers, and relationships. We help students discover and utilize their strengths to make decisions, solve problems, and implement changes that will help them succeed. Don Callejon School Counselors have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, a Master’s Degree in Counseling, and a Pupil Personnel Services credential. Our counseling program includes:

Fostering a positive school climate
Partnering with parents, teachers, administrators and community members
Academic advising (organization, time management, homework completion, etc.)
Scheduling
Assisting students to resolve conflicts with peers
Providing social skills instruction
Guiding mindfulness exercises
Leading career and college exploration through Family Connections in Naviance
Collaborating with the Health and Wellness department
Managing intervention programs such as Homework Club, R180 and Academic Success
Facilitating diagnostic exams including the MDTP, SRI, and SBAC