Kristy Poyno
School Counselor
Mission Statement: To provide each student with a safe and nurturing learning environment.
What does the School Counselor do? Individual Counseling – to help students talk about and deal with issues that interfere with school learning (short-term basis only). Small Group Counseling – to help students interact and express themselves with peers that share similar concerns. Classroom Guidance Presentations – to educate students on various topics related to socializing, getting along with others, and school success. Crisis Counseling – to assist in the event of emergencies. Assists teachers, parents, and administrators in identifying and helping students with academic and behavioral problems. Refers students and families to outside counseling or community agencies as needed. Presents parent workshops on various topics. Advocates for student rights in cases of abuse or truancy. Why would my child need counseling? q q Family changes q q Loss q q Difficulty interacting with peers q q Social skills training q q Depression/anxiety q q Behavior problems
Parenting workshop October 16, 2007 6pm Northside Cafeteria “Overindulged Children” This is an important topic in today’s society with our youth’s inflated “sense of entitlement.” Children are overindulged not just with material objects, but also with a lack of boundaries. Parents will learn to identify this indulgent behavior in themselves, as well as practical ways to avoid it.
Does your child need health insurance? Call LaChip 1-877-2LaChip (1-877-252-2447)
School office: (225) 664-4223 Counselor’s office: (225) 664-4251 E-Mail Address: Kristy.Poynor@lpsb.org
While we try to teach our children all about life, Our children teach us what life is all about. ~Angela Schwindt