Elementary Guidance Scope & Sequence (K-5)
Our elementary school counselors help students build the skills they need to learn, grow, and thrive at school and beyond. Throughout the 2026-27 school year, students participate in age-appropriate guidance lessons focused on social-emotional learning, kindness, safety, healthy choices, career exploration, and academic readiness.
Guidance topics and activities may vary by school site based on student needs and school programming.
What Students Will Explore
Throughout the year, elementary students will have opportunities to learn about:
- Building positive relationships and friendships
- Recognizing and managing emotions
- Practicing empathy and kindness
- Making healthy and safe choices
- Recognizing and reporting bullying
- Preparing for academic assessments
- Exploring careers and future possibilities
- August | Welcome Back
- September | Bullying Prevention
- October | Healthy Choices & Drug and Alcohol Awareness
- November-December | Emotion Management
- January-February | Empathy & Kindess
- March | Play it Safe
- April | Career Readiness
- May | Kick-Start & Testing Readiness
August | Welcome Back
September | Bullying Prevention
October | Healthy Choices & Drug and Alcohol Awareness
November-December | Emotion Management
January-February | Empathy & Kindess
March | Play it Safe
April | Career Readiness
May | Kick-Start & Testing Readiness
A Year of Learning, Growing & Connecting
Elementary guidance lessons give students opportunities to develop skills that support success in the classroom, at home, and in their relationships with others.
From learning to manage emotions and practice empathy to making healthy choices and exploring future careers, each lesson is designed to meet students where they are and help them take their next step with confidence.
