Counseling

Meet Your School Counselor

Ms. Noel is available to help students at any grade level. To contact Ms. Noel call (505) 888-1648 ex. 44218 or email her at noel.blair@aps.edu

Ms. Noel's Office Hours

• Wednesdays from 8am to 11:15am
• Thursdays & Fridays from 8am to 2:30pm

Walk In Hours

Ms. Noel has weekly family walk-in hours on Wednesdays from 8am-9am in the Counseling office. Drop by to meet Ms. Noel or to speak with her about any concerns you may have.

What Happens In A School Counselor's Office?

One-on-one, small group, or classroom support in these areas:

Academics:

• Organizational help
• Time management skills
• Support in communicating with teachers
• Parent conferences

Personal/Social Development

• Individual and small-group counseling
• Peer relationships, coping strategies and effective social skills
• Communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Education on understanding of self, including strengths and weaknesses
• Brief counseling for anxiety, depression, family or life changes, big feelings
• Referrals for counseling, other mental health resources

Career Development

• High School exploration/awareness
• College exploration/awareness
• Career exploration/awareness