Guidance
Welcome to the
Holdrum Guidance Department!
Grades 6-8, last names A-L
Ms. Erin Rudolph
201.358.4016 ext. 1152
Email Erin Rudolph
Grades 6-8, last names M-Z
Ms. Victoria Rozema
201.358.4016 ext. 1407
Email Victoria Rozema
As school counselors we:
Provide individual, group, and classroom support for students
Identify and support students
Respond to and assist in crisis situations
Collaborate with students, teachers, and parents to foster success
Promote a positive and inclusive school environment
Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth
Act as an advocate for students
When do I talk to a school counselor?
If you...
Feel confused, sad, or lonely
Have a conflict with someone
Need help making a positive decision
Just need someone to talk to
How can I talk to my school counselor?
I tell my teacher I need to see the school counselor.
My parents/guardians request for me to see my school counselor.
My teacher or principal recommends me to see my school counselor.
My counselor invites me to join them.
I send my school counselor a Canvas message.
Overall, the school counselor serves as an advocate, consultant, facilitator, team-member, and supporter.
When is the best time to meet with my school counselor?
Advisory
Lunch
By appointment
Confidentiality
When you talk to a school counselor, the discussion is confidential. The only time a school counselor will disclose confidential information is if you indicate that you are planning to harm yourself or someone else.
How can the school counselor help parents?
We are available to assist and provide you with the following:
Improving parent-child communication
Exploring ways to help your child succeed in school
Recommending referral sources
Understanding the developmental changes of adolescence
Parents and guardians are welcome to meet with counselors and are asked to make appointments in advance, to ensure that the counselor will be available. You may call or email a counselor to set-up a meeting.