School Counseling Corner
School Counseling Corner
Welcome Message
Welcome to our school community! As your school counselor, I am thrilled to partner with you to support your child’s emotional, social, and academic growth.
My primary goal is to ensure every student feels safe, valued, and ready to learn. Throughout the school year, I work with students to build friendships, manage big feelings, and develop strong problem-solving skills.
My name is Elizabeth Lambert and I have been educating children for 32 years. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Education from Virginia Tech and a Master of Science Degree in School Counseling from Longwood University. I have been a school counselor for 21 years and before that I taught high school History and Government. I have been a school counselor at Sunnyside Elementary School for 4 years.
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Purpose: To support students in developing effective study skills, goal setting, and academic planning.
Services Include:
- Individual academic assessments
- Assistance with course selection and scheduling
- Support for students experiencing academic difficulties
- College and career readiness guidance
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Purpose: To promote emotional well-being and positive social interactions among students.
Services Include:
- Confidential individual counseling sessions
- Group sessions on topics like bullying, peer relationships, and self-esteem
- Crisis intervention and support
- Social skills development activities
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Purpose: To help students explore career interests and develop future plans.
Services Include:
- Career assessments and interest activities
- Guest speakers on Career Day
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Purpose: To assist students in need of additional support in achieving their full potential.
Services Include:
- 504 Plan development
- Accommodations and modifications in the classroom
- Collaboration with teachers and parents
- Transitional planning for secondary education
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Purpose: To promote healthy behaviors and prevent issues such as substance abuse, mental health crises, and violence.
Services Include:
- Social Emotional Learning activities
- Anti-bullying campaigns
- Stress management activities
- Mindfulness and resiliency activities
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Purpose: To foster a supportive school environment.
Services Include:
- Teacher consultation on student behavioral and emotional needs
- Family counseling referrals when necessary
**Confidentiality** All student information is kept confidential unless safety concerns arise.
Community Resources
- Grace Community Ministries, Inc.: 773-386-6506
- Department of Social Services: 804-469-4524
- Department of Children’s Services: 804-469-5391
- Western Heights Baptist Church Clothes Closet: 804-733-8172
- Greater Reach Community Services Board: Crisis Hotline: 804-862-8000
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call 988 or Text 988
- Salvation Army: 804-732-844
Local Food Pantries
- Grace Community Ministries, Inc.
- 773-386-6506
- Dinwiddie Food Bank
- 804-712-0190
- Carson Community Food Pantry
- 804-861-2011
- Dinwiddie Churches Pantry
- 804-732-3241