School Counseling

Phone Number: 860-648-5003 • FaxNumber: 860-648-5088

 School Counseling Staff

Donna Shea – Director of School Counseling 860-648-5000 x 3360 Grades 10-12: Van-Z

Mike Bombara	Michele Brown-Quinn	Dina Keleher	Bob LaRochelle
School Counselor	School Counselor	School Counselor	School Counselor
Grades 10-12: G-Ka	Grades 10-12: Ri-Val	Grade 9	Grades 10-12: Min-Rh
860-648-5000 x 3361	860-648-5000 x 3364	860-648-5000 x 3328	860-648-5000 x 3362
Dan Peters	Gail Stone	Julie Wlodarczyk
School Counselor	School Counselor	School Counselor
Grades 10-12: A-Ce	Grades 10-12: Ch-F	Grades 10-12: Ke-Mil
860-648-5000 x 3363	860-648-5000 x 3365	860-648-5000 x 3366
Heather Brindisi	Michelle Wardwell
Social Worker	Psychologist
860-648-5000 x 3329	860-648-5000 x 3379
Tammy Hewitt	Margie Smith	Emily Baerlein
Career Center	Secretary	Secretary
860-648-5000 x 3330	860-648-5000 x 3367	860-648-5000 x 3368

Mission

The mission of the comprehensive school counseling program of South Windsor High School is to promote and enhance the educational experiences of all students through the development of academic, career, and personal/social domains. School Counselors are professional advocates who provide support to maximize student potential and academic achievement.

Philosophy

The comprehensive school counseling program of the South Windsor High School is designed to address the developmental needs of all students. The program is consistent with the goals established by the South Windsor Board of Education, The American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Standards, and the Connecticut School Counselor Association (CSCA) State Standards. Through a planned and systematic program, each student will develop his/her individual potential in the areas of academic, personal/social, and career development.

The school counseling program is an integral part of the total educational experience, as it provides continuous support, assistance and meaningful growth experiences for all students. The program complements the instructional program by helping students acknowledge their potential and understand their academic and personal strengths and/or weaknesses. School counselors collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents and community members to assist students in the achievement of their goals. An important aspect of the counselor’s role is to insure advocacy and representation for all students, including those who are often underrepresented.