School Counselor - Mrs. Severson

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Immaculate Conception School
Counseling Program
   
Kate Severson, MA ED.S. 

My email: kseverson@icsClinton.org

Hello Immaculate Conception Community!

Professionally I have about 10 years of school experience working in both Catholic and public schools. I began my career teaching 6-8 math and science during graduate school at Blessed Pope John XXIII Academy in West Orange. Once licensed, I began working in the public sector for the past 7 years until deciding to stay home full-time with my son, Jacob who is now an ICS Student!

Personally, I went to public school until high school when I attended Immaculata High School in Somerville. This was a life changing experience for me and one that I credit for developing into the person I am today. I had never felt the sense of community, pride, and belonging until I entered into Catholic education. It is something I wholeheartedly support and cherish. Not only was I beyond prepared and challenged academically but Immaculata instilled the value of Faith, Scholarship, Service and Friendship; pillars I honor each day and share with the students here.  

My Role at ICS:

I have created a Comprehensive Counseling Program based on recommendations from the American School Counselors Association (ASCA).

Prevention:
At least once per month I go into classrooms to teach lessons
Developing and Implementing programs as needed
Writing protocol as it pertains to school climate
Mindfulness and Growth Mindset
StopIt Coordinator

Advocacy:
Liaison between parent and teacher for best interest of the student
Intervention
Individual Counseling
Group Counseling


Like any other staff member, I do not need your permission to speak with your child.
Legally, I am required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect or if your child is a health or safety risk.
Legally, I am not required to notify you if I have seen your child.
I will protect the discussions I have with your child under FERPA unless your child is a harm to self or others or discloses abuse.  
While I work with students who have disciplinary issues, I do not do discipline
My office is a safe and protected place to share