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Counseling and Student Support Services Home
At the elementary level, our Counseling and Student Support Services team is here to nurture the whole child—socially, emotionally and academically. Our counselors, social workers, psychologists and support staff work together to build strong relationships, foster a sense of belonging and equip students with the skills they need to thrive in school and beyond. Whether through classroom lessons, small group support or one-on-one check-ins, we are proud to partner with families and staff to help every student grow with confidence.
Social-emotional learning at Gates Chili
At Gates Chili, we are committed to supporting the whole child by fostering personal, social and academic growth in every learner. Our elementary school counseling program plays a key role in that commitment, providing students with the tools and mindsets they need to thrive in school and beyond.
Rooted in the district’s mission—Together we teach and inspire excellence for all learners—our counseling curriculum reflects both the New York State Social Emotional Learning Benchmarks and the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) Standards. It is designed to nurture each student’s development while celebrating individual uniqueness and diversity.
Through engaging classroom lessons at every grade level, students build essential social-emotional skills in areas such as:
- Empathy and understanding others
- Emotion management and healthy coping skills
- Being an upstander and promoting kindness
- Problem solving and executive functioning
- Mindfulness and growth mindset
- Personal safety (including Erin’s Law)
- Career exploration and goal setting
These lessons empower students to develop strong relationships, make thoughtful decisions and lay the foundation for lifelong learning, responsible citizenship and career readiness.
Mental health resources
At Gates Chili, we care deeply about the well-being of our students and families. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and no one should feel like they have to face challenges alone. Whether you're looking for in-school support or outside resources, this page is here to help connect you with the support you need.