North Salem High School
Counseling
Meet Your Counselors
Students are assigned a counselor based on their last names.
CSOC
Coordinates with parents and community and helps with, dental, medical, clothing, counseling and In-touch. Also helps with the ELL program.
Room: 110
Graduation Coach
Acts as a case manager for our at-risk students. Focused on preventing students from dropping out of high school. Supports and directs students for alternative graduation programs if appropriate.
Room: Counseling Office
Migrant Specialist
Provides academic and social support to the schools migrant families, students and parents. Tracks migrant students attendance, grades and graduation requirements. assists students in college and career opportunities.
Room: 131
(503) 399-3482
ASPIRE Coordinator
Coordinates academic support for students through mentoring and tutoring opportunities with local college and university students.
Room: 110 & Library after school
What do school counselors do?
Just what do school counselors do and how can they help your student?
Our counselors are highly trained and are able to help students and families with a variety of needs.
High School Counseling Center
Our team of Counselors, School Social Worker, CSOC, Graduation Coaches, and mental health professionals are committed to supporting families and students in areas of enrollment, academic planning, college/career planning, accessing community resources, and crisis support. All students are assigned a school counselor by the student's last name.
All school counselors:
- Counsel students individually or in group settings
- Counsel students on career planning and goals
- Develop a guidance plan based on campus needs
- Respond to student needs in crisis situations
- Orient students to new school settings
- Work with absentees and at risk students
- Refer students to special programs and/or services when necessary
- Conduct conferences with parents and teachers
- Analyze test results to provide information about abilities and achievement
School counselors also perform additional duties and are always available to assist students and families in a variety of ways. Please feel free to contact your student’s counselor today to find out how they can best assist your student in their educational needs.