Rebecca Stam, the Elementary Guidance Counselor, works with teachers, parents, students and community resources to coordinate all developmental counseling services in the Preschool and Elementary School.

Contact the counselor at 305-233-2030, extension 1234, or rstam@wcsmiami.org

Developmental Guidance

• Guidance curriculum includes but is not limited to the following programs:
  Conflict Resolution Course
  Social Skills Development
  Drug Awareness and Prevention
  Human Growth and Development

Counseling Services

• Individual and small group counseling is provided for students who experience academic, personal, and social problems.
  Groups include:
  Peacemaking and Friendship
  Family Issues/Divorce
  Loss and Grief
  

Parent Education

Monthly parent education forums are provided for all interested families on a variety of topics. Community speakers are often invited to share their expertise.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Conferences with teachers and parents are conducted for students with special needs. Identification of needs is determined by standardized test scores, parental request, and teacher recommendation.

Standardized Testing

The elementary school administers the Iowa Test of Basic Skills in the spring of the year. Results are used to measure individual student growth and for placing children in special programs.

God Squad

God Squad is a service organization for fifth grade students that enables them to serve our elementary school. Students help in chapel set up, work in the library, and assist in the computer lab. They also donate their time to help with service projects throughout the year.