Counseling services are available to support students for academic, social, and emotional concerns. Students can request to see the Lower School Counselor by filling out a counselor pass. Teachers, Administrators, and parents can also refer students to the counselor.
The most common reason for students to see the Lower School Counselor is for “fun lunch” (lunch with their friends and the counselor). This gives the students and counselor a chance to build familiarity and rapport.
Most counseling takes place during snack, recess or lunch to avoid interfering with instructional time. However, there are times when students are referred to the counselor directly when issues or concerns need to be addressed immediately. It is important to note that counseling at LJA is viewed as non-punitive; the counselor is not involved with disciplinary issues.
Joey Kurata
Lower School Counselor
Ph: 808.261.0707 x513