Guidance lessons are an integral part of the elementary school counseling program and important to every students' academic success. One of the most effective ways for school counselors to help prevent academic problems is by discussing self-esteem issues such as peer relationships, stress, or dealing with feelings and emotions in large group guidance lessons in the classroom. The lessons are preventative in nature, designed to reach all students, and are taught in the classroom regularly by the counselor.

August (Getting to know the Counselor) 
September (Anti-Bullying)
October (Personal Safety/Red Ribbon Week)
November (Respect)
December (Caring)
January (Responsibility)
February (Fairness)
March (Career Readiness)
April (Trustworthiness)
May (Citizenship)