Hi!  I am Jill Schwerer Whitehouse Primary School’s Counselor.

You might wonder~~ what exactly is a school counselor?

A school counselor is a certified professional educator who helps children, teachers, parents, and administrators.  We have studied child development and the working out of problems.  We have learned ways to help people get along with others at home and away.  Counselors have learned ways to help children individually and in small groups.  Counselors help children develop positive habits and attitudes.  Counselors help children manage feelings, which get in the way of their work.  Counselors help children develop confidence to do their best.  Counselors help children work toward understanding of rules.  We help people with many types of problems.

As the school counselor, I am available to work with you and your child in providing every chance for your child to take full advantage of his or her educational opportunities.  I can meet individually with your child or sometimes in a small group situation or I might even be in the classroom at some point and time during the year.  I welcome every opportunity to talk with children or parents.  We want to have a cooperative effort in assisting a child’s development physically, socially/emotionally and academically.  If you ever have questions or concerns for me please call the Whitehouse Office at 419-877-0543 and ask for Mrs. Schwerer.