What is a counselor?
What is a Counselor?
Counselors work with all students, school staff, families and members of the community as a part of the educational program. The role of the LCTC counselor is to help all students fully develop their academic, career, personal and social abilities.
What Do Counselors Do?
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Advise students on school planning
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Assist students in obtaining extra help
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Provide personal and social counseling services to students
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Connect students and families to resources within the community.
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Assist students with career planning
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Provide students with information related to post-secondary opportunities:
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College
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Military
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Training
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Employment
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When you need assistance with:
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School achievement concerns
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School planning & course selection
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Post-secondary planning (college, technical schools, financial aid, scholarships, articulated credit, dual enrollment)
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Personal needs or concerns
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Crisis situations
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Family transitions (i.e. death, divorce, re-marriage, new sibling)
What Information Is Available?
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ACT & ASVAB Testing
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Career & Technical Training
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Continuing Education
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Employment Opportunities
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Financial Aid/Scholarships
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Internships
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Military
When & How To Contact Us
- Before school, during break, between classes or after school
- During class – with instructor written permission
- Referral by:
- Yourself
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Administration
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Teachers/Staff
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Parents/Guardians
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Peers
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Other Counselors
Get to Know Your Counselor!