The AISD Support Counselor aims to help students connect with services available within the school district and community. Confidentiality is essential in providing the individual with an environment where it is safe to explore feelings and make decisions. Legal and ethical standards of privacy require the counseling staff to report appropriately or refer cases of abuse, certain infractions of the Code of Conduct or criminal activity, and students who are a danger to themselves or others. The Support Counselor operates under the Texas Family Code 32.004, which allows them to counsel students dealing with the issues listed below without parental consent:

1. suicide prevention;

2. chemical addiction or dependency, or

3. sexual, physical, or emotional abuse

• crisis counseling

• group counseling

• community forums/workshops

• drug & alcohol prevention education

• parent education

• staff development

• pregnant/parenting teen

• support services

• community agency referrals

Report Child Abuse & Neglect: 1.800.252.5400 or www.txabusehotline.org