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Counselors report gains in trusted‑adult initiative and counseling groups
Summary
Sandpoint High School counselors told the board their Trusted Adult initiative reached 100% of freshmen, counseling groups reported positive feedback and the district reported 518 dual‑credit course enrollments equaling 1,500+ college credits for students.
Janae Moore and Jerilyn Meyer presented the counseling team's 'Green Light Shine' report, emphasizing social‑emotional supports and college/career readiness. Moore said the Trusted Adult initiative has succeeded at Sandpoint High School, with “100% of our freshman class have all identified a trusted adult,” and described classroom lessons, video resources and follow-up meetings that helped students name staff they can turn to.
The counselors also described an eight‑week counseling skills group run in partnership with Dr. Megan Fox from Bonner General Behavioral Health; Moore reported that 100 percent of participating students said the group helped them with emotional regulation and decision‑making. The presentation included metrics on dual‑credit and Advanced Opportunities usage—presenters said students took 518 dual‑credit courses equaling over 1,500 college credits, and staff highlighted growth in participation and workforce training credentials (e.g., commercial driver's licenses and EMT certifications).
