SOS - Signs of Suicide
As you may be aware, the Counseling Department does a presentation every year to all 7th graders called the SOS - Signs of Suicide. This is accompanied by a brief depression screener.
Here are some links that provide additional information.
SOS - Signs of Suicide and Screening for Mental Health
Self-Injurious Behavior/Cutting Information for Parents
If you are worried about yourself or someone else, call 911 immediately. If it is not an emergency call Dakota County Crisis Response (Confidential) at 952-891-7171 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Also, please contact us in the HMS Counseling Office at (651)480-7084.
Cell Phone and Internet Safety
Click here to watch a presentation that was given to all 7th and 8th grade students on Wednesday, April 10, 2018.
Families of Incoming 5th Graders!
We are really looking forward to your child coming to HMS this year!
If you would like more information on the transition to 5th grade, click here. **Update** There will not be a parent presentation this year. Due to construction, we aren't able to use the auditorium. We will send out an informational video instead.
If you have any questions, please contact us at any time as we know it can be a tumultuous time. Our main number is (651)480-7084
OUR PURPOSE
The Guidance and Counseling Program of District #200 provides developmental as well as pro-active, preventative and remedial services. The program is a cooperative effort involving students, staff members, parents and the community. Its purpose is to empower all learners to lead satisfying and productive lives by assisting them in identifying and achieving educational, career, personal and social goals. We are here to help by working with academic issues, educational and career planning as well as personal concerns.
THE ROLE OF THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR
School counselors are actively committed to helping students explore their abilities, strengths, interests and talents as these traits relate to career awareness and development.
- School counselors help parents focus on ways to further the education, personal and social growth of students.
- School counselors work with teachers and other educators to help students explore their potential and set realistic goals for themselves.
- School counselors seek to identify and utilize community resources that can enhance and complement comprehensive school counseling programs and help students become productive members of society.
Comprehensive school counseling programs are considered an integral part of the educational process that enables all students to achieve success in school.
THE HASTINGS COUNSELING STAFF IS HERE TO HELP
- Individual Counseling
- Academic Counseling
- Support Groups
- Career Exploration
- Course Planning and Scheduling
- Transition Groups
- Special Services Referrals
- Developmental Guidance Activities
WHAT IS ON YOUR MIND?
Homework Completion
Study Skills, Organization and Test Taking
Lack of Motivation
Mental Health Resources
Depression/Anxiety
Chemical Dependency
Cyber Safety
Eating Disorders
School Refusal
Self-Injurious Behavior
Your counselor is ready to listen. If you have concerns about your family, friends, or even yourself make an appointment to see your counselor. We are here to help.
DO WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE? ABSOLUTELY!
The counselors give me support in ways that I don't get from
my friends or at home.
~8th Grade Student
The counselors at the Middle School have always been a great resource and source of support when working with our most high risk students.
~Hastings Police Department
Because my friend told my counselor about my problem, I am alive today.
~7th Grade Student