Our Mission and Objectives:
The mission of the South Tahoe High School counseling department is to provide a comprehensive and proactive counseling program that addresses the academic, career, personal and social development of every student so that they may reach their greatest potential and become contributing members of the global community. The ultimate goal of the school counseling program is for each student to achieve optimal personal growth, acquire positive social skills and values, set appropriate career goals and realize full academic potential.
The objectives for the school counseling program are: - teach students to be lifelong learners - achieve academic success for all students - promote an attitude of acceptance and compassion for cultural diversity - encourage collaboration, to create a safe and positive school environment - initiate career development and college readiness.
In order to accomplish these objectives the school counselors incorporate four main components into the school counseling program: guidance curriculum, individual planning, responsive services and system support. Data is collected and analyzed to identify the needs of the school so that they can be addressed appropriately. The school counseling program is not a service provided by one person or department, but coordinated by all educators in the school. The school counselors will create an environment which promotes collaboration between students, family members, teachers, administrators and community members in order to meet the needs of the students.