Guidance and Counseling
Our guidance and counseling program specializes in helping each student develop an understanding of himself/herself and others. We guide individuals to appreciate their self worth. We encourage students to have enthusiasm for learning and to become a contributing member of society.
Meet Your School Counselor:
Counselor Connections
500 West Gaulbert Ave.
Louisville, Kentucky 40208
Phone (502) 485-8230, Fax (502) 485-8498
Jefferson County Public Schools Counselors, in partnership with students, families, staff, community, and business, will prepare students to be successful lifelong learners. The K-12 comprehensive guidance program will provide teaching and modeling strategies that create and nurture a safe and positive teaching environment.
Our Comprehensive Developmental Guidance Program K-12 provides the skills necessary for academic success, career planning, and personal and social growth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1. Can you provide contact information for Louisville Community resources so I can access services for my child?
Click here.
2. Can you provide contact information for JCPS resources so I can access services for my child?
3. What support services are available at Cochran Elementary School?
Support Services:
* FRYSC
* Extended School Services (ESS)
* Mentoring
* ECE Services
* Reading Recovery
*Student Support Team (SST)
*Tutoring
*Advance Placement Courses
4. What specific services are available through my child's counselor?:
Counselor Services:
* Classroom Guidance
* Individual Counseling
* Group Counseling
* Test Result Interpretation
*Parent/Student/Teacher liason
*Testing Information
* Peer Mediation
* Character Education
* Transition Services
* Conflict Resolution
* Referrals to Outside Agencies
* Drug Prevention Program
* Advance Program Testing
*Couselor Newsletter
*College/Career Counseling
5. What is the best way to talk with my child’s counselor?
A parent should set up an appointment to see their child’s counselor by phone, e-mail, fax, or letter.
6. What is the best way for my child to talk with his/her counselor?
The best way is for students to make an appointment with clerical staff and the counselor through the Counseling Office. If it is an emergency, they should contact a teacher or general office staff member immediately and let them know of their need to see their counselor.
7. What else can I learn about the services and programs offered by JCPS?
This link accesses the JCPS home page , which has information on a variety of JCPS programs and departments.
8. Is there a general K-12 website for me to access counselor related information?
This link is to the JCPS counselor web pages. This link will allow you to access information regarding curriculum, enrollment, health/immunization, testing, grading procedures, special programs, college/career information, and community resources.
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