Bowditch Wellness Resources

CHUCK PERRYMAN, COUNSELOR Eighth Grade	NAN HUGELSHOFER, COUNSELOR Sixth Grade	CHARLES NEAL, COUNSELOR Seventh Grade

For resources, please visit the Bowditch Counseling Website

The counselors at Bowditch Middle School believe

• All students have intrinsic value 
• All students have the ability to learn in a developmentally appropriate manner
• Our primary role is in being an advocate for every student
• We should celebrate and draw upon the diversity among our students
• All students should have access to a school counseling program delivered by state-certified level counselors 

And that the Bowditch Middle School comprehensive counseling program should:

• Be based on the goals and developmental student competencies outlined by the American School Counselor’s Association, the California Department of Education, and the San Mateo-Foster City School District
• Be evaluated by school, district, and state supervisors based upon pre-determined goals and student competencies
• Be proactive and data-driven 
• Draw upon the knowledge of and collaborate with family, school, and community stakeholders
• Be willing to seek continuous improvement through self-assessment 
• Utilize a team approach for planning and management purposes
• Embrace technology to enhance program delivery

And that all counselors at Bowditch Middle School:

• Abide by the professional school counseling ethics as advocated by the American School Counseling Association
• Participate in professional growth and development activities to remain abreast of best practices