Meet the School Counselor
Meet the New School Counselor
Hello! My name is Ellen Belarmino and I am the new school counselor at EastlakeElementary School. Before this, I was a school counselor at Parsippany Highs School for 19 years. I’m excited to become part of the Eastlake family and get to work with such amazing students, families, and staff each day! I am a proud mom of two college-age kids (Kelly & Radon) and in my free time, I love spending time with my family and friends, and my two cats, Pudge and Lola. I also enjoy reading novels, listening to music, going to Broadway shows, and spending time at the beach.
What Does A School Counselor Do?
Referral to the Counselor
Students can ask to meet with me by filling out an "I Need To See The Counselor" form found outside the Counseling office.
Parents and teachers can let me know that they need to speak with me via phone and/or email.
Individual Counseling
Students may be referred for individual counseling as deemed necessary by parents/guardians, and teachers. Students may also self-refer or ask their teacher to speak with the school counselor.
Small Group
Counseling
● Group counseling is available for students
based on school and
student needs.
● Small groups require parent permission
Consultation /Collaboration
Counselor meets with
parents/guardians and staff to: ● Provide support for parents seeking help
● Provide referrals to community resources
● Share information about their child within the boundaries of the counselor’s professional ethics
● Help identify and assist
students with academic
difficulties
Student Services
● Intervention & Referral
Services Chairperson
● 504 Committee Chairperson ● Anti-Bullin Secialist
Classroom Guidance
I reach 100% of the K-5 student population through teaching SEL/character education classes throughout the school year. Topics include:
● Effective Problem Solving ● Conflict Resolution
● Kindness
● Friendship
● Diversity
● Coping Skills
● Perseverance
● Honesty
● Empathy
● Anti-Bullying
● And Much More!