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School Counseling: Supporting Student Success

The School Counseling department is a vital part of the Student Support Services Division, working to ensure all City Schools of Decatur (CSD) students are safe, seen, and successful. Our dedicated school counselors play a crucial role in fostering the academic, social-emotional, and college/career development of every student.

What We Do:

As part of the broader CSD Student Support Services Division, School Counseling is committed to:

  • Advocating for all students: We work to create a supportive environment where every student feels valued and has the resources they need to succeed.
  • Providing comprehensive support: Our counselors offer a range of services to address the needs of our student population.
  • Collaborating for student well-being: We partner closely with students, families, teachers, administrators, and other support services (including School Psychology, School Social Work, Behavior Intervention, and more) to provide holistic support.
  • Implementing best practices: We utilize established processes and procedures, aligned with state and federal guidelines, to ensure consistent and high-quality support services.
  • Empowering educators: We provide coaching and feedback to teachers and administrators on effective strategies to support all students in the classroom.
  • Building strong partnerships: We actively engage parents and the community to foster meaningful connections that positively impact student achievement and family involvement.
How School Counselors Support Students:

Our school counselors provide a variety of services, including:

  • Individual and group counseling: Addressing social-emotional needs, academic concerns, and personal growth.
  • Academic advising: Guiding students with course selection, goal setting, and academic planning.
  • College and career counseling: Assisting with post-secondary planning, exploring career options, and developing necessary skills.
  • Crisis intervention and support: Providing immediate assistance during challenging situations.
  • Consultation and collaboration: Working with parents, teachers, and other professionals to support student success.
  • Referral to outside resources: Connecting families with community-based services when needed.

We are here to help! Please feel free to reach out to your school counselor with any questions or concerns. 


The School Counseling Department is proud to be a part of the Student Support Services Division, working together to ensure a bright future for all City Schools of Decatur students. More Information about the district Student Support Services can be found here.

School Counselor Referrals

If you are concerned about yourself or someone else, you may complete the general K-12 referral form. The school counselors will review the form and connect the person with the appropriate resources. Students may refer themselves for services or be referred by a friend, teacher, parent or concerned community member. Referrals are anonymous unless the person chooses to identify themselves.

General K-12 Referral Form 24-25