About Us

Supporting Our Students, Empowering Our Community

In our rural community, the school counseling program serves as a vital bridge connecting students, families, teachers, and staff with the tools and resources they need to thrive. Grounded in a commitment to equity, achievement, and lifelong success, our counseling team works to meet the academic, career, and social/emotional needs of every student.

What We Do

Our school counselors are trusted partners in education who:

  • Collaborate with teachers to identify and support student needs

  • Develop and guide academic support strategies tailored to each learner

  • Provide families with resources, referrals, and ongoing guidance

Our work is built on compassion, connection, and commitment to helping every student reach their full potential.

Program Design & Accountability

Our counseling program is developed in alignment with the ASCA National Model (2019). This ensures a comprehensive, data-informed, and student-centered approach that supports growth in all areas: academic, career, and social/emotional development.

Key elements include:

  • Stakeholder input and alignment with school improvement goals

  • Continuous evaluation through student outcome data, program assessments, and performance reviews

  • Use of year-end data, bench marking, and special education documentation (IEPs, 504s, ELL testing) to guide student support strategies

Promoting Equity & Access

We believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed—regardless of background, ability, or circumstance. To help close achievement gaps and expand post-secondary options, we implement inclusive strategies informed by the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success (2014).

Our access points include:

  • Individualized supports such as IEPs and 504 Plans

  • Promotion of concurrent enrollment and advanced coursework opportunities

  • Counselor-led initiatives for FAFSA completion and scholarship applications

Graduation & Beyond

In response to The Graduation Act of 2024, we’ve adopted a multifaceted approach to boost promotion and graduation rates while preparing students for life after high school.

We support success through:

  • Alignment with Oklahoma’s College-Preparatory/Work Ready Curriculum

  • Implementation of Individual Career Academic Plans (ICAPs)

  • A range of alternative and supplemental resources:

    • Online learning platforms

    • Oklahoma 5 Star Interventions

    • Thunderbird Youth Academy

    • Oklahoma Job Corps

Our counseling program is not just about planning for the future—it’s about being present, proactive, and purposeful in every student’s journey. Together, we’re building a brighter tomorrow for our students and our community.