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THE SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM AT ROBERT MOTON
The school counseling program at Robert Moton has been designed to align with the American School Counselor Association’s (ASCA) National Model and encompasses various components that contribute to positive student outcomes.
The first component includes curriculum that is developmentally appropriate and accessible to all students in school. Ms. Napor teaches lessons that are tied to at least one of ASCA’s domains: Academic, Social-Emotional, and Career Development. Within these domains, there are various mindsets and standards that Ms. Napor aims to teach students. Lesson topics include making friends, problem solving, goal setting, feelings, good manners, communicating, careers, and any other topics that a grade team might request.
Another component of the school counseling program is counseling. Ms. Napor meets with students individually or in groups. Individual student meetings are initiated in one of three ways: a family or teacher request, or a student’s self-referral. Parents/guardians, please note that if your student asks to meet with Ms. Napor, she will contact you if the situation warrants such correspondence, or if your student has repeatedly seen the counselor. Any counseling provided by the school counselor is of a short-term nature. Should more intensive therapy be needed, Ms. Napor can discuss these options with interested families.
Group counseling is 2 or more students meeting together to learn and practice specific skills, or to discuss a common topic. Group sessions are typically 6-8 weeks in length and Ms. Napor will always notify parents/guardians before inviting a student to a group.
Ms. Napor, in collaboration with Ms. Dorsey, school psychologist, also coordinates RME’s newest school-wide behavior initiative called PAX. PAX is an evidence-based approach to building community and belonging in students. Over time, the PAX Good Behavior Game (GBG) will use specific classroom management strategies that are trauma-informed and designed to teach self-regulation and prosocial behavior. Research shows that schools who use PAX GBG report an increase in the peace, productivity, health, and happiness in their students throughout their time in school and in life.
Lastly, Ms. Napor meets with teachers and families to discuss student concerns. These meetings take place consistently throughout the school year and in various formats. If you have questions regarding your child’s well-being or school day, in addition to concerns that you, as a parent have, please contact Ms. Napor at school at 410-751-3610 or email mynapor@carrollk12.org.
Full-School Programs
B.E.S.T
The B.E.S.T., (Behavioral Educational Support Team), Program is designed to provide controlled and structured alternatives for students who are unable to participate in the regular school program. This program provides a supportive and positive environment where expectations are clearly defined and consistency in behavior management techniques are practiced. It is our belief that students' maximum potentials can be realized when a variety of opportunities are provided for them to:
- Express their feelings
- Increase self-esteem
- Develop problem-solving skills
- Demonstrate coping techniques
- Obtain positive reinforcement
The B.E.S.T. Program was designed with these objectives in mind. The goal of our program is to give students the skills necessary to find success in a general education setting.
Staff
Elementary School Counselor, Mrs. Megan Napor is a Nationally Certified School Counselor with a Master’s degree from The Pennsylvania State University. Ms. Napor has spent over a decade supporting CCPS students in various educational settings. For more information on RME’s comprehensive school counseling program, please visit the “Programs” tab.
Mental Health Therapist, Dr. Dave Hall, LCPC is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who received his Bachelor of Science from Salisbury University in 1996, his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University in 2004 and a Doctorate Degree from the University of Maryland in 2012. He specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help others understand how to process their emotions in a productive manner.
Mental Health Therapist, Katie Valente, LCSW-C is a licensed clinical social worker. Mrs. Valente received her Master's in social work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and has over 15 years of experience as a social worker specializing with children and adolescents. Mrs. Valente has worked in various settings such as outpatient, hospital, and prior school-based positions.
Mental Health Therapist, Mrs. Avery Keplinger, MS, LCPC has a Master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from McDaniel College. She brings over a decade of experience in education and mental health, including eight years as an educator with Carroll County Public Schools. Mrs. Keplinger is deeply committed to supporting student well-being through evidence-based social, emotional, and behavioral interventions. She provides individual and group counseling, collaborates with school staff, and partners with community resources to develop personalized treatment plans. Her approach emphasizes early intervention, resilience-building, and empowering students to thrive both academically and personally.