Mrs. McNeely (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) -M[email protected]
Mrs. Kauffman (Monday-Friday) – [email protected]
Hello Old Bridge Dolphins!
As your school counselors, we are here to assist all students grow academically, personally, and vocationally. That means that we are here for YOU; to help you be the best student you can be, to help you develop into a trustworthy and caring friend and explore with you your interests and talents that may lead to a future career.
We will work together this school year individually, in small groups, and in classroom lessons. We are part of your specials rotation and will see each class every 12 days. We are available to parents through email or zoom upon request.
OBES Counseling VISION
The Vision of the Old Bride Elementary School Counseling program holds the belief that school counseling is an essential and integral part of the overall education process. Our comprehensive school counseling program plays a vital role in encouraging every child to strive toward academic and personal excellence. It is built on the belief that all children are lifelong learners and are successful when educational, career, and personal objectives are attained through the counseling program.
Growth and learning are developmental; therefore, school counseling must be developmental and sequential. It must also be proactive, as well as reactive. Data is used to drive the program concerning development, evaluation, and accountability.
OBES Counseling Mission
The school counseling program at Old Bridge Elementary will provide all students with a comprehensive, developmental program which gives them an opportunity to gain an understanding of self and others in a safe, caring, and encouraging environment. We will deliver large-group activities, small group and individual counseling, and schoolwide programs to promote academic readiness, as well as career and social/emotional development.
OBES Counselors Canvas Homepage Link
MENTAL HEALTH, CRISIS SERVICES & EMERGENCY SUPPORT
ALWAYS CALL 911 FIRST FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
1.800.SUICIDE (24-hour hotline) 1.800.784.2433
Crisis Text Hotline (24-hour hotline) 741741
PWC Child Protective Services Hotline (Elderly & Child Abuse)
During business hours (Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.), call the Department of Social Services at 703-792-4200.After business hours (4 p.m. to 8 a.m.) and on the weekends, call the Prince William County Police non-emergency number at 703-792-6500; or the Virginia State Hotline at 1-800-552-7096.