• Understand abilities and limitations
• Develop self-understanding and self-awareness
• Build self-confidence and self-esteem
• Adjust to school and changes in their lives
• Find answers to his/her concerns
• Learn to make decisions
• Develop skills in getting along with others
• Achieve more in school
• Become aware of the world of work
• Find opportunities to feel successful
• Talk about educational, personal, or social concerns

I Believe:

• Children have dignity and worth as human beings.
• Children learn best when they feel good about themselves and their relationship with others.
• Children are capable of making responsible choices.
• Attitudes formed during elementary school shape future attitudes toward learning, self, and society.