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Counseling Department

Your School Counselors

Members of the Counseling Department are part of the educational team, working collaboratively toward the success of each student and the goals of New Palestine Community Schools. Similar to your student’s teacher, the counseling department aligns with the multi-tiered, multi-domain systems of support (MTMDSS) to help students improve academics, attendance and behavior, and support academic and college and career readiness goals.

What do we do? 

  • Is a Visible, Proactive, Positive, Support for ALL Staff and Students 
  • Teaches classroom guidance lessons
  • Promotes a positive and safe school climate
  • Conducts small group counseling sessions 
  • Consults with parents and families regarding concerns
  • Provides information on community resources for families.
  • Consults with teachers
  • Counsels individual students in brief sessions to facilitate the transition from home to school, to build positive attitudes, self-understanding and self-reliance. 
  • Provides support during a personal crisis

Why Contact the Counseling Department?

  • Academic Achievement Concerns 
  • Family Transitions (e.g., divorce, death, re-marriage, new sibling,)
  • Behavioral & Emotional Concerns
  • Home Stressors
  • Peer Relations
  • Assistance in transitioning to a new school
Mrs. Melissa Hurst
School Counselor
317-861-4487 ext 3004

 

Mrs. Madison Owens
Social Worker
317-861-4487 ext 3155

 

Mrs. Heather Yount
Social Worker
317-861-4487 ext 3021