Board approves contract for on-site counselor with summer and after-hours access

The Frederic School District board approved a contract to continue on‑site counseling services starting June 1, 2026, after a presenter described the contract’s requested June‑to‑June term and use of school offices for summer and after‑school appointments.

The counselor, identified in meeting discussion as Deb, told the board she has seen 34 students this year — 26 at the elementary and eight at the 6–12 building — with two new referrals in the past week and two students completing services. “I've seen 34 students this year. I have two new referrals that just came in this week,” she said, and noted that caseloads typically range from about 28 up to roughly 35 to allow space for severe cases that require more frequent contact.

Deb also said she provides services after school and would use school offices to meet with out‑of‑district families participating in a statewide CCS program; the arrangement would keep visits contained and avoid additional travel. Board members asked logistics questions (which school buildings house offices and how families access rooms) and praised the counselor’s on‑site presence as a major asset for student support.

A motion to approve the contract was made and seconded; the board approved the measure during the meeting (no opposition announced in the transcript). The board did not record a roll‑call tally in the transcript. The presenter and board discussed next steps for contracting and implementation details.

The board expressed appreciation for the counselor's availability and for the benefits of having counseling services on site throughout the school day and into after‑school periods.