Welcome to Afton's Counseling page!
Diana Callahan - School Counselor
[email protected]
215-321-8540 extension 21851
As Afton's school counselor, my job is to help every student feel safe, cared for, and ready to learn. I believe all students are important, capable, and deserving of kindness and respect. We learn not just with our brains, but also with our hearts. My role is to support students when they need help, cheer them on as they grow, and teach skills that make school and life a little easier. Together, we will practice being good friends, problem-solvers, and leaders who show respect for ourselves and others every day.
Counseling Program Overview
- Pennsbury School District School Counseling Mission Statement
- The Pennsbury School District Counseling Department will provide a culturally sustaining environment that will foster opportunities for all students as they develop the competencies needed for social, emotional, academic and personal success resulting in career and college readiness for each student within a global society.
- Pennsbury School District School Counseling Vision Statement
- The Pennsbury School Counseling Department is committed to partnering with ALL stakeholders in order to provide evidence-based supports to empower student growth, meet the student’s developmental needs, and foster lifelong learning; students will be able to interact as responsible and productive citizens who respect themselves and others.
What Services do Elementary School Counselors Provide?
School counselors address knowledge, attitudes and skills students need to acquire in academic, career and social/emotional development, which serve as the foundation for future success. (American School Counselor Association)
- Classroom lessons
- School-wide initiatives
- Short-term individual and group sessions
- Parent/caregiver and teacher consultation
- Career exploration
- Crisis response
How Can a Student See the Counselor?
Students can access the school counselor in one of three ways: teacher referral, parent/caregiver referral, or students may request to see the school counselor themselves.
Parent & Caregiver Resources
