Counseling

Ms. Nerissa Patrone, M.Ed. in School Counseling
SIS School Counselor, 625-3502 X1206, [email protected]

Mission Statement: The mission of the Sahuarita School Counseling Program is to enable all students to acquire the educational and social competencies necessary to become responsible members of society.

Program Goals:

  • Support student academic achievement
  • Execute valuable guidance lessons to all students
  • Support educational and career exploration of all students
  • Collaborate with teachers and staff to maximize student potential


Counseling Services

School Guidance Curriculum

  • School Rules/Expectations
  • Character Education
  • Career Awareness
  • Healthy Choices
  • Safety
  • Bullying Behaviors
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Goal Setting
  • Diversity
  • Testing Strategies/Stress Management
  • Transition

Individual Student Planning

  • Goal Setting
  • Decision Making
  • Understanding Strengths/Weaknesses
  • Transition to Middle School
Responsive Services

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Peer Mediation
  • Referrals
  • Individual & Small Group Counseling
  • Individual/Family & School Crisis Intervention

System Support

  • Professional Development
  • Consultation, Collaboration, and Teaming
  • Program Management