The purpose of personal counseling will be to create a better understanding of self and others, to provide assistance with personal problems and concerns, and to provide opportunities for personal growth and development. Students will be assisted in developing life goals during counseling sessions.
Individual sessions will be held with students regarding personal problems and concerns. Parental conferences for special concerns will be scheduled as needed.
Group sessions will include the following topics: self- awareness, conflict resolution, personal value systems, stress management, proper social and health habits, human relations, life-styles, risk-taking and decision-making.
During individual and group sessions, students will complete personal information questionnaires, and interest inventories. The Upward Bound counselor will stress to students the necessity of developing a positive self-concept in order to fulfill academic potential and achieve personal success.