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How to make a referral to see the School Counselor
School counselors have many resources and ideas to help students be successful in school. It is our goal to teach students the skills they need to become the best version of themselves. If you have a concern about your student and would like extra support, email is the best way to reach me. Meetings with parents/ guardians can also be scheduled to discuss student concerns as needed.
Email: andrea.rentsch@knoxschools.org
Parents:
If you are a parent/ guardian of a student at AL Lotts Elementary and would like your student to be seen by the school counselor, please click the link provided below and complete the form. We will be in touch with you as soon as possible. -
Teachers:
Teachers and staff at AL Lotts also care abundantly about your student(s) and make referrals to the school counselors as well. They are excellent at communicating with us and with parents about their concerns. If you are a teacher at AL Lotts Elementary and would like to refer a student to see the counselors, please complete the form below. We will be in touch with you as soon as possible. -
Students:
Many times, students may refer themselves to be seen by the school counselor. All students have access to the school counseling services and to help with this, we have provided a few different options for self-referrals. One way is for students to tell their teacher and/or parents/ guardians that they would like to see the school counselors. Another way is for students to place a note in the box outside of our office in the school building. Lastly, if students are able, they may use their chromebooks to complete the Google form linked below. -
Why Refer
School counselors provide brief, solution-focused counseling. Some reasons that students may need to see the school counselor consist of but are not limited to:-
Friendship issues
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Self-esteem
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Emotion regulation/ Coping skills
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Grief/ Loss
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Conflict resolution
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Family changes/ Divorce
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Study/ Organization skills/ Time management
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Self-control
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Stress management
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Social skills
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Anger management
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Growth mindset
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Empathy
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