Counseling

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We at Hawthorne Brook we are committed to the care, safety, social and academic and emotional growth of your child. The transition to middle school can be a scary time for students (and parents!). The daily life of a middle school child can be an amazing time of wonder and discovery but can also be filled with an array of challenges that are typical of preadolescent and adolescent development. With the help of teachers, friends and family, students are able to navigate most of these challenges successfully.

At times, additional support may be helpful or necessary. Please see the lists below of services available to your child.

In-School Services include:

Individual Counseling
Support for Family Issues
Social/Relationship Issues
Emotional Issues
Academic Issues

Group Counseling Services include:

Lunch Groups
Social Groups
New Student Orientation
Focus and Special Needs Groups

Crisis Support Services include:

Student, Family, School, and Community Supports
Safety Planning
Referrals to Outside Agencies

Programs include:

Anti-Bullying Initiatives

Transitions to North Middlesex Regional High School or other High School Setting include:

Support in course selection
Initiate contact with High School Guidance Department
Application Support
Reference Letter

Additional Resources include:

Section 504 Coordinator
Special Education/Evaluation Team
Instructional Student Support Team Referral (ISST)
Tutor Referral
Outside therapist/counselor referral
Coordinator of in-school counseling with clinicians

Communication is essential to success. Whenever you have a question about your child's experience at Hawthorne Brook, please do not hesitate to call or email us. We are available to meet before, during, and after school if you would like to schedule a meeting.

Best,

Your School Counselors