Mission
Vision
Beliefs
We believe all students can embrace who they are,
empower themselves to pursue their dreams, and achieve success in high school and beyond.
Our Mission
The mission of the School Counseling Program in the International Student Center at John Overton High School is to help every student achieve success in his/her first years of school in the United States, to prepare students for transition into the mainstream school environment, in extra-curricular activities, and in life through an open-door policy, cultural and linguistic awareness, social and emotional support, and empowering them to advocate for themselves in and out of the school setting. The mission is to guide all students towards graduation and fulfillment of post-secondary goals.
Our Vision
The counseling department in the International Student Center at John Overton High School is available to all students, with an extra focus on students in the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing pathway and newly arrived immigrant students, in an effort to help them prepare for post-secondary academic and career goals through career counseling, college and vocational school admissions assistance and tools for success. We will always strive to assist students in excelling in 21st Century skills to make themselves more marketable in the global business world of today. Our vision is to support all students whether their post-secondary goals include furthering their education or alternate career endeavors.
Beliefs:
We Believe That:
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the counseling program must act in unison with the
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academies of the school to support students in their goals.
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the counseling program must support all students in achieving short & long term educational & career goals.
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all students are unique individuals who, by virtue of who they are can expect to be treated with respect and consideration.
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all students, regardless of race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, or sexual preference should be treated without prejudice.
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all students can succeed in high school with the proper supports.
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all students are provided the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.
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all students need the support of school, home, community, and environment to reach their full potential.
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all students need to have their basic needs met to excel in the academic setting.
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all students can contribute to the school, the community, the country, and the world.
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learning is a never-ending process in which students must fully engage to achieve their goals.
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our diversity is our strength. We should stand tall and show off our colors.
