Equality Charter School recognizes National School Counseling Week

Feb. 7, 2012 - PRLog -- National School Counseling Week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), is being celebrated this week (February 6-10) in order to highlight the tremendous impact school guidance counselors can have in helping students achieve success and plan for high school and beyond.  

In recognition of this week, Equality Charter School would like to highlight Lisa Winter, our school's guidance counselor for her work to help students assess their abilities, strengths and interests; enhance students personal development; provide informational sessions to help educate and support students about bullying; and for working with parents and teachers so that every student can set realistic and optimistic goals for themselves while reaching their limitless potential.

Principal Caitlin Franco, in recognition of this week said, "guidance counselors provide an invaluable resource to all students and parents, informing them on a wide range of concerns from academics to social skills to high-school options and everything in-between.  We thank Lisa and the rest of the Equality staff for their relentless work in helping all Equality students achieve."

School guidance counselors, especially Lisa are always there to help and she has always encouraged both parents and students to contact her if they have any questions or concerns.

Each year, Equality Charter School aims to dramatically increase student achievement, prepare students for the competitive world, and ensure that they delivering on the educational promise of guaranteeing academic success for all students. All goals are measured quantitatively and qualitatively: High academic achievement with students at or above grade level in core academic areas; Safe, responsive, and proactive learning environment both academically and social-emotionally for students, staff, and parents; High parental involvement and satisfaction; Empowerment of students to have a voice and impact on school and community culture; and assist students in developing and carrying out their post-secondary plans.

More information on Equality Charter School can be found at http://www.equalitycharterschool.org or by contacting 718-320-3032. Donations can also be made online through the website.

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Equality Charter School, founded in 2009 and located in Co-Op City of the Bronx, NY, currently enrolls 234 students for grades 6-8. Equality Charter School has a firm commitment to supporting and consistently recognizing high academic achievement and social development. At Equality, there is a respectful, engaging, and academically rigorous environment where all staff and students believe that all students can achieve.