School counseling programs are collaborative efforts benefiting students, parents, teachers, administrators and the overall community. School counseling programs should be an integral part of every student's daily educational environment, and school counselors should be partners in student achievement.
The question has been posed, "What do school counselors do?" The more important question is, "How are students different as a result of what school counselors do?"
Hanover County Public Schools adheres to the American School Counselor Association National Model, which is a framework for a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program.
Mission Statement
In collaboration with parents, school, and the community, Hanover County School Counselors provide all students educational services that foster academic, career and personal/social growth toward lifelong success and effective, responsible citizenship for a diverse and changing world.
Philosophy Statements
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We believe in the dignity and worth of each individual, we respect differences and value diversity.
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We believe that all students can achieve with equitable access to resources.
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We believe in abiding by the ethical standard prescribed by the American School Counselor Association.