Welcome Back to School!
Welcome Parents and Students! My name is Mrs. Sara Lipsey, and I am honored to be a part of the ALA team this year! I will be working hard as your School Counselor for both the middle and high school levels. I look forward to getting to know you all, so please reach out and let me know how I can help!
This school year will be very different than we are typically used to, but with hard work, we can make it the best yet! I will be available both in school and online for all students who may need additional support with academic or social/emotional needs. Please continue to check this site throughout the year for updated resources and information about my counseling program. I can be reached at [email protected] |
School Counseling Curriculum |
Individual and Group Counseling |
As a licensed school counselor, I will be providing education about mental health, character-building, academic skills, and college & career information to students both in and out of the classroom. I will be uploading lessons here, so please check them out!
College and Career ReadinessAs your students grow, I will be helping them explore their futures and potential one step at a time. Standardized testing, college applications, and career exploration will all be a part of my counseling curriculum. More information on these topics will also be posted on this site, so stay tuned!
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Students may come to see me for a variety of reasons throughout the school day. Student confidentiality is strictly kept in my office for the safety of your children. As I tell them: "What you say in here, stays in here... unless you or someone else is in danger." If you are interested in your student receiving counseling services, please email me at [email protected].
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“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”
— Malcolm X
Mission Statements
The mission of Ascend Leadership Academy is to develop successful student leaders by growing their self-efficacy, intellectual understanding, and social competence. ALA will accomplish this by applying innovative teaching methods, incorporating student cultural realities and cultivating student ownership in the learning community.
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My mission as your school counselor is to bring a comprehensive school counseling program to ALA that aligns with the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) Standards. My program will consist of mental health education, character education, social and emotional support for students, college and career guidance, and academic support.
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