Amy Koppa, Guidance Counselor 2011-12 School Year
Professional Profile:
2008-2010 St. Eugenes School, FoxPoint, School Counselor
2000-2003 Cardinal Stritch University, Adjunct Professor & Evaluator
2001-2002 Nicolet High School, School Counselor
1993-1999 Hartford Union High School, School Counselor
1993 UW-Milwaukee -M.S. Masters of Science, Educational Psychology, School Counseling
koppaa@richfield.k12.wi.us
Phone # 262-628-1032 ext 112
Plat Elementary School : Mondays 9-1pm
I visit the K-5 through 2nd grade classrooms every 3 weeks. I cover guidance lessons for 30 minutes per visit.
Richfield Elementary School : Tuesday - Friday 9-1pm
I visit the 3-5 graders twice a month and the 6-8 graders once a month. Guidance lessons range from 30 to 45 minutes.
Areas covered in the curriculum include: Academic Career Personal/Social
Lessons include, but are not limited to:
Social Skills
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Decision Making
Anti-Bullying
Appreciating Differences
Information on Alcohol, Tobacco, and other drugs as appropriate
Physical, Social and Emotional Wellness
Career Awareness
Transitioning 8th graders to high school
Programs/Curriculums used:
Too Good for Drugs Program
Steps to Respect Curriculum
In addition to guidance classes I also meet with students in small groups and individually. I also have various lunch buddy groups with grades K-5 through 5th grade. This year we are lucky to have the Peers 4 Peers HUHS students provide support in guidance for the 4th grade classrooms. They conduct lessons once a month.
"40 Developmental Assets"
Developmental assets help children to grow up to be responsible, caring and healthy. The "Search Institute" has identified the following building blocks for healthy development. These building blocks are known as developmental assets. The following links provide practical information for parents and caregivers of youth.
40 Developmental Assets for children K-3 (ages 5-9)
40 Developmental Assets for Middle Childhood (ages 8-12)
40 Developmental Assets for Adolescents (age12-18)