Ms. Tess Pastor, Wanaque School Counselor

973-835-8200 ext. 2219

Ms.Tess Pastor has been a School Counselor since March of 2017 in another K-8 School District.  She has a Master's degree in School Counseling which she received from Fairfield University, and has a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology. Ms. Pastor has a passion for helping students reach their fullest potential. At Wanaque Elementary School the School Counseling department supports students in the following areas:

-Developing positive attitudes among students toward self, family and the community

-Counseling students individually and in groups

-Developing and delivering classroom guidance lessons that teach skills such as making healthy decisions, resolving conflicts, and respecting others

-Supporting students by teaching skills for achieving success

-Working collaboratively with students, parents, and teachers to identify and remove barriers that may impede student achievement

Give Students Support with:

-Developing a better understanding and acceptance of themselves

-Family changes

-Decision making and problem solving skills

-Social and emotional development, to mature their relationships with others

Support Parents and Staff by:

-Understanding and meeting the needs of all students in intellectual, personal, social and emotional areas

-Helping parents and teachers create a positive learning environment