Welcome to the Counselor’s Corner. My name is Marcee Ben-Menachem and I am the counselor at Lakeview Elementary.

As the counselor, I am an advocate for students. I am here each day to support the social/emotional growth and learning of the children at our school. My goal is to help children to evolve as individuals, as students, and as citizens. I welcome parents to contact me if they have a concern about the well-being of their child.

One way that your child is likely to receive counseling program services is through classroom guidance lessons. The following topics may be taught in your child’s class: friendship skills, problem-solving, getting along with others, communication, goal-setting, and safety. I am also available to meet with children individually or in small groups.

In the Counselor’s Corner, you will find information on the services offered to your child by the counseling program. You can also find monthly editions of the Home and School Connection, various articles, and other resources, so check back often.

Counseling Program at Lakeview

 

Bucket Filling is one way that we reinforce the school rule: Be Kind. Read more...

 

 

Kid Coaches are a group of 5th and 6th grade students who are selected to help our Kindergarten-3rd grade students during lunch recess. They help by encouraging others, mediating small conflicts, teaching kids the rules to games, playing games with them, reminding them to use their Kelso’s Choices to solve small problems on their own, recognizing students for making smart choices, and modeling our school rules - Work Hard, Be Kind, Be Safe. More information...

 

Philosophy and Vision and the importance of social and emotional education in schools. Read more...

 

Kelso's Choices for K-3 and Steps to Respect for 4-6 help students acquire problem-solving and communication skills. Classroom Guidance information

Optional small groups are for students who might need some additional support in certain areas. Read more...

 

Individual counseling is voluntary, short-term, skill-based, and goal-oriented. Read more...