Being the school counselor, one of my main responsibilities is to address the needs of the "whole child" and treat every student holistically. My students come with varying needs and over ninety percent belong to impoverished homes. Their diverse cultures, needs and experiences mean that one size does not fit all when it comes to guidance and counseling.
Due to their parents' economic and in some cases, immigrant status, and the fact that they attend a Title One school where resources are limited, basic needs such as access to school uniforms and school supplies are always ongoing issues.
At my school, I wear many hats and I facilitate a vast diversity of students' and teachers' needs alike. Currently, the capacity of my school budget has been limited and challenged due to the impact of Hurricane Irma. As the school counselor, I take a very active role in my students' lives. I visit classrooms daily and give presentations that build character and educate the students about hygiene, core values and social behavior.
My Project
A great number of my students are ELL/ESOL who were displaced during the earthquake in Haiti and relocated to South Florida several years ago.
More than half of my students have no access to basic commodities in their households, including school supplies and uniforms.
Almost everyday, I have to try to accommodate a child who came to school out of uniform because they just migrated from an impoverished or devastated island or their parents cannot afford to purchase what is needed for school.
Unfortunately, due to limited funding, I am running out of ways to provide uniforms and am seeking your donations so that I can have thirty-six shorts, uniform overalls, skirts and polo shirts to assist students in need of uniforms.
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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