Cooper Counselor's Corner

  • The mission of Cooper Elementary counseling program is to enable all students regardless of individual differences to acquire the educational, occupational, and social competencies necessary to function in a changing society.


    COOPER COUNSELORS:
    Karen Foster
    Grades K–2
    karen_foster@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
    770-554-7072

    Brandy Bortak
    Grades 3-5
    brandy_bortak@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
    770-554-7386


    The role of a school counselor:

    • School counselors are certified educators who are specifically trained to address the academic, personal/social and career development needs of their students.
    • School counselors provide classroom guidance lessons, individual counseling, and small group counseling.
    • School counselors are specifically skilled in providing direct and indirect support, while maintaining ethical standards including honoring confidentiality.
    • School counselors are here to support students, families, parents, teachers, and staff.