High Bridge Middle School
50 Thomas Street
High Bridge, NJ 08829
Phone: 908-638-4101
Fax: 908-638-4211
 

Guidance - Middle School

Mrs. Katie Franks
School Counselor
(908)638-4101 extension 4111

franksk@hbschools.org

 

COUNSELORS WORK WITH STUDENTS, PARENTS, AND STAFF TO PROMOTE GROWTH IN…

* Understanding of self and confidence in daily interactions. 

  • Positive attitudes toward self, family, and community. 

  • Communication skills in relationships with peers, family, neighbors, and school staff.

  • Motivation for success in school and community activities. 

  • Decision making skills involving exploration of alternatives and realization of consequences.

  • Emotionally healthy school learning climate. 

  • Cooperation between home and school.  

  • Community resource programs for students, family and school personnel.


SCHOOL COUNSELORS HELP…

Students

* Individually and in groups with their concerns, plans, goals, and achievements. 

  • Understand themselves and others to strengthen cooperation and interaction. 

  • Establish and maintain healthy relationships with others. 

  • Learn decision making and interpersonal skills. 

  • Gain optimum benefit from their school experience. 

  • Transition from Elementary to Middle School and to High School. 

  • With High School placement and with the preparation of their freshman High School schedules.


Parents

* Learn about their child's growth and development. 

  • Appreciate their child's abilities, limitations, and progress in school. 

  • Encourage a home atmosphere for emotional security and growth.  

  • Increase knowledge and skills by sharing information (Parent resources are available).


School Staff

* Understand the students and their behavior. 

  • Create a positive learning climate and personalized educational approach. 

  • Provide classroom guidance activities for greater understanding of self and others.