About Us
Meet the counselor!
Who is the School Counselor?
My name is Taylor Wisner, and I am the school counselor at Winfield Elementary. I received my bachelor’s degree in education studies with a minor in psychology from Goucher College. I went on to receive my master’s degree in school counseling from Loyola University Maryland in addition to my national certified counselor certification. After serving as the school counseling intern in the fall of 2023, I am fortunate to now be the school counselor at Winfield Elementary. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 410-751-3242 or tewisne@carrollk12.org. I look forward to another great school year!
Mission Statement:
Carroll County Public School Counselors facilitate the academic, career, and social/emotional development of all students. School Counselors are integral members of the instructional team. They directly impact student achievement by delivering comprehensive services that meet the needs of the 21st Century school community.
Vision Statement:
Professional School Counselors are uniquely trained leaders who promote success for all students. They collaborate with school stakeholders using data-driven decisions to facilitate the success of the 21st Century learner in an ever-changing society. As a result, the student will:
· Achieve to their maximum potential
· Demonstrate academic, career and social/emotional problem-solving skills
· Recognize and appreciate individual and cultural differences
· Develop communication, citizenship and employability skills to make positive contributions to the community
· Access human and technological resources for support and information
Comprehensive School Counseling Program:
School Counseling Core Curriculum: Classroom-based lessons that provide students developmentally appropriate skills and knowledge.
Individual Student Planning: Assist students with academic and behavioral support, including goal setting and decision making.
Responsive Services: Individual or group counseling based on students’ immediate needs. This can include crisis intervention and coordination of services.
System Support: School-wide planning and implementation, including collaboration and coordination, as well as serving on and coordinating committees.
Types of Counseling:
Individual Counseling- students can come see the counselor for one-on-one support in the areas of academics, emotional, or social needs on an as-needed short-term basis. Students can complete counselor appointment passes within their classrooms or ask their teachers to speak with me. If the parent and/or school counselor feels the student could benefit from additional counseling, the school counselor can provide referrals to a community mental health professional.
Group Counseling- based on identified needs a small group of students will meet weekly in the counseling office for additional support. The sessions would last approximately 30 minutes and run for 6-8 sessions during the school day. Students can only participate in group counseling if a permission slip has been signed by a parent or guardian.
Classroom Lessons- the counselor will design and implement developmentally appropriate lessons that target academic, career, or social emotional needs. Each grade level will receive a total of 6 lessons though out the school year each being for a total of 30 minutes.