School Counselors
6th Grade
Tammy Berghauer
berghaut@elmbrookschools.org
(262) 785-3920 ext. 14307
8th Grade
7th Grade (24-25)
Cindy Lakatos
lakatosc@elmbrookschools.org
(262) 785-3920 ext. 14111
7th Grade
8th Grade (24-25)
Ben Farley
farleyb@elmbrookschools.org
(262) 785-3920 ext. 14305
The Role of the School Counselor
School counselors assist students in academic, educational/career planning, and personal/social development. School counselors work with all students, school staff, families, and members of the community as an integral part of the education program. School counselors are certified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and have the training needed for fulfilling their responsibilities and specialized assignments.
Comprehensive School Counseling Program
A Comprehensive School Counseling Program is an integral part of the educational mission of the Elmbrook School District. It is based on the National Model Academic Standards for School Counseling and the Wisconsin Comprehensive School Counseling Model. Standards related to Academic Support, Personal/Social Issues, and Career Development act as a guide to fostering student growth.
Academic Support
School counselors support students in their development as strong learners who are independent, able to participate in higher level thinking, and use study strategies to allow for success in high school and thereafter. Counselors advocate for individual student needs and act as a liaison for parents, teachers, students and support systems.
Personal and Social Issues
School counselors support the emotional needs of students as they endure the drastic social, physical, and personal changes that are characteristic of adolescence. This includes instruction in topics of bullying and violence, acceptance and diversity, conflict resolution, and decision making. Counselors are also available in times of crisis, liaisons to community resources, and advocates for students’ emotional well being as they try to maintain success in school. Counselors also support the emotional needs of students during transition, including those new to the district.
Career Development
School counselors support students as they begin their journey in academic and career planning. In middle school, students focus primarily on “Who Am I,” in order to get a better understanding of one’s strengths, personality, and interests. Connections between self-awareness and one’s future are made to allow students to eventually make educated decisions on their future paths.