Staff Directory

Powers, Rachel

Counselor - Elementary

The Elementary School Counselor at South Shore works to nurture students in pre-school through 5th grade, and provide for them the necessary academic and life skills that will prepare them for successful citizenship at school and beyond. Counseling support is an essential part of education for students at all grade levels.

The counseling department addresses academic, social/emotional, and career exploration with all students. School counselors provide support as they collaborate with educators, families, and the community, to maximize every student’s potential. The counselor is committed to promoting a safe, welcoming environment where academics and healthy relationships are nurtured to promote lifelong learning and global citizenship.

Basic Services:

Classroom Guidance Lessons: at every grade level focusing on skill development, communication, problem solving, friendship, college and career exploration, emotion management and more.
Small Group Counseling: to expand, enrich, and reinforce specific skills in areas such as social skills, emotion management, navigating grief and loss, and school success.
Individual Counseling: to address specific needs of individuals who may need additional support. This support is provided on a limited basis.

Additional Services:

Academic Problem Solving
Social Problem Solving with Peers
Connecting Families to Community and Mental Health Resources
Collaborating with Teachers
Collaborating with Families
Assisting with School Transitions
School-wide Social Emotional Learning

Resources/Curriculum:

We utilize resources and curriculum from a variety of sources including:

How to Access Services:

Anyone can access or request services for a student if concerns arise. Those who typically refer students to the counselor are:

Families
Teachers
Administrators
Specialists
Students (self-refer)

How? Simply call or email with your concern.

Why might families contact the counselor?

There are many common challenges that students experience as they make their way through elementary school. Our counseling program aims to assist with these issues and to alleviate the struggle that kids undergo. The following are some reasons families might contact the counselor: