Vision:

The vision of the Taft Middle School counseling program is that all students possess the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to attain the highest levels of academic success.  Our students demonstrate strong character and are responsible, respectful and honest.  Students from Taft Middle School are ready to assume their future roles as lifelong learners.

Mission:

The school counseling program at Taft Middle School delivers a comprehensive, data-informed program that helps all students, regardless of background or individual circumstances, to gain the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for academic success, career exploration and social/emotional development to become productive members of society. Students are encouraged to pursue academic rigor and inspired to be academically and behaviorally successful, self-motivated and respectful members of their community.

Students:

· Have a positive attitude

· Attendance Matters

· Be on time to class 

· Do not leave early

· Come prepared to learn

· Dress for success

· Respect your teachers, peers, and substitutes

· Wear your student ID everyday