Counseling Program Beliefs:

• All students can achieve academic goals.

• All individuals have unique contributions and strengths.

• All students have the right to be educated and are responsible to learn.       

• Positive student relationships foster the development of emotional, social, and intellectual growth of the whole child.

• High expectations promote academic excellence.

• Promotion and celebration of respect and diversity.

• Optimal Learning occurs in a safe, nurturing environment with mutual respect and responsibility.

• The partnership with communities, families, and the school increases shared responsibility for student achievement and social well-being.

• School prepares individuals to contribute positively in a changing society.

• Students are responsible for their behavior and for solving problems in a positive way.

• Individuals are accountable for their actions and believe in promoting the acceptance of relevant consequences of behavior.

Vision and Mission Statement

SCMS Vision

SCMS counselor promotes lifelong learners by bringing awareness of their ability to contribute to society and expanding their confidence. The counselor will create an awareness that working together helps create an equitable, just society.

SCMS Mission

SCMS counselor will provide a positive and safe environment that meets the educational, physical, and emotional needs of our students. The counselor will provide a quality, thorough counseling program by working with students in communications skills, emotional awareness, responsibility, and empathy.