• "Children do better when they feel better."
    -Jane Nelsen, Positive Discipline

    Thank you for visiting Winnona Park's School Counseling web page.  Our school counselor is Dr. Lindsey Hicks.  She can be reached at lindsey.hicks@csdecatur.net.

    Why Elementary School Counseling?
    Elementary children are building foundations for success both as students and adults. This is when academic self-concept and confidence in our own abilities begin to take shape. Children are developing their decision-making and communication skills as well as their values and independence. School counselors are trained as professional educators with a mental health perspective and uniquely equipped to respond to today's diverse student bodies. By working with parents and school faculty/staff, we design proactive and responsive services to meet the unique needs of schools and students. We're part of a team that helps children reach their potential and removes any obstacles to success.

    What Do School Counselors Help With?
    Academic Development
    Academic Self-Concept
    Attendance Problems
    Goal Setting & Motivation
    Self-Control
    Testing Taking Skills and/or Anxiety
    Time Management & Organization
    Career Development
    Balancing Work & Play
    Developing Hobbies/Interests
    Exploring the World of Work
    Collaboration & Problem-Solving Skills
    Personal/Social Development
    Friendship & Solving Conflicts
    Empathy, Diversity & Inclusion
    Resilience & Coping Strategies (anxiety/fears, change, sadness, etc.)
    Self-Esteem/Confidence
    Family Stress or Changes
    Bullying Prevention
    Grief & Loss
    Personal Safety Skills
    School Adjustment
    What is a Comprehensive School Counseling Program?