HCPS District Mission: Each student will attain academic and personal success in a safe and caring environment that honors the diversity of our students and staff.
HCPS School Counseling Mission: The school counseling program's primary goal is to assist all students in reaching their academic potential by removing barriers to learning and preventatively assisting students in acquiring life success skills.
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As an integral component in the education system, school counselors provide a developmental, comprehensive and continuous program of services from pre-kindergarten through high school targeting the academic, career and personal / social development of all students. Counseling, consultation, coordination, collaboration, guidance curriculum, and program evaluation are the main delivery methods in a successful school counseling program. School counseling achieves maximum effectiveness through the support and collaboration of parents, teachers, administrators, and community members.
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The Harford County Public School Counselor Program:
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Integrates the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Model for School Counseling Pre-K through 12.
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Adheres to Ethical code developed by the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) and American Counseling Association (ACA).
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Uses data to drive the program to determine that critical school needs are met.
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Incorporates the Harford County Public School Master Plan, the Annotated Code of Maryland, and the local School Improvement Plan, to develop a plan of implementation for services.
North Harford Middle School Mission: to inspire success by respecting and valuing one another
North Harford Middle School Counseling Mission: The mission of the North Harford Middle School counseling program is to create a safe, equitable and accessible environment for students. As school counselor leaders we will collaborate with all stakeholders. Through participating in a comprehensive school counseling program, all students will develop essential academic, career, and social/emotional skills that will lead them to develop a passion for learning and to be more resilient, so they can make meaningful contributions to our ever-changing society. The school counseling program at North Harford Middle School will consist of school-wide initiatives, core curriculum, small groups, and closing the gap initiatives. All initiatives will be intentional, evidence based, and be driven by data to ensure that all students reach their highest potential.