Counselor Page
Who is our School Counselor?
My name is Lisa Daniel, M.Ed., LMHCA and I’ve been a school counselor for 26 years with 21 of those years here at McAuliffe Elementary School. Prior to working as a counselor, I was an elementary classroom teacher and a reading specialist. My husband and I have lived here in the beautiful city of Sammamish for 26 years and raised our 4 kids here. Although our kids are busy with their adult lives now, we have two very spoiled yorkies that keep us on our toes. Being a school counselor and working with children is my passion and I am so grateful to do work that I deeply love. McAuliffe is an amazing school full of incredible teachers, staff and students. The warmth, kindness and connection here is truly special.
What does the school counseling program at McAuliffe look like?
I provide students with comprehensive school counseling services addressing areas of academic, personal/social, and career success. To meet the needs of all students, they are supported in several different ways. I teach lessons in the classroom monthly throughout the school year, small groups in my office for 6-week sessions as well as meeting with students individually as needed. My role also includes the support of staff, parents/families, and the greater community. My goal is to ensure that each child has equal opportunity to achieve success and feel safe and respected both in and outside of school. Click on this document to learn more specific details about the counseling program at McAuliffe.
Counseling Instruction
Every classroom receives counseling program lessons throughout the school year. Below are the programs used, and skills covered:
- Social Emotional Learning (SEL):
- Second Step Curriculum: For more information on on Social Emotional Learning, click on this link to the Second Step website.
- Also utilized for SEL is the Purposeful People/Character Strong curriculum. Click on this website for more information and to sign up for their newsletters.
- Zones of Regulation /self-regulation: Click on this website to learn more about Zones of Regulation and find parent resources.
- Empathy and Kindness
- Problem Solving/Kelso’s Choices: Kelso's Choices Conflict Resolution program also offers parent resources. Click on the Kelso's Choice website for more information.
Additional topics explored through the counseling program include:
- Career Exploration
- Bullying Prevention
Helpful Parenting Websites
Looking for some resources to assist you in supporting your child? Below are some suggestions to check out.
