Welcome to our school.

Hi!  My name is Debbie Callison, school counselor at IXL and Lincoln Pals.  I want parents and families to know I love supporting and teaching your students.  So what does a school counselor do anyways? One of the functions of a school counselor is to help students overcome problems. I also work cooperatively with my administrator, teachers and other professionals in assisting students to be life long learners and good decision makers.  I also assist families in locating needed resources. I am able to provide lessons on the following topics each week in classrooms.  Please see the below list:

• Friendship problems
• School Attendance
• Grades / home work / goal setting
• Career
• Family changes
• Emotions and Feelings
• Empathy
• Kindness
• Self Esteem
• Test anxiety
• Anger Management
• Diversity
• Conflict resolution
• Anti- bullying
• Character lessons
• Social skills
• Personal safety
• Red Ribbon Week~October
• School Wide Program~Bucket Filling

My ultimate goal is to give students the tool they need to solve problems.  If a child needs more assistance I provide the following:

1. Individual counseling

Confidentiality is important to us! In our school counseling office, what is said here, stays here, with the following exceptions, as required by law and/or ethical standards:

• Harm to self or others
• Abuse or Neglect
• Court or legal proceedings

2. Small Group counseling

Every Group starts with a brainstorming session with strengths and weaknesses identified.  Goals and Outcomes are determined to ensure we are headed in the right direction.  The following group rules apply:

• Respect
• Responsible to do their best!
• What is said in the group stays in the group.

3. Assist students and families in connecting with resources in our community and surrounding areas.  Please call me at (620) 441-2055, if you want information on the following:

• Magnet
• Coat drive
• Energy assistance
• Children’s Miracle Network
• Shoes / Socks

Check out the 2^nd grade winners for the Tattling versus Telling Turkey activity.