Welcome to Calais Elementary School's Counseling Program
There are three parts to the counseling services offered at CES. One aspect of the program is individual counseling, which is usually short-term in nature and most often play based therapy. Referrals for individual counseling are usually made from a child’s teacher, directly from the parent, and/or sometimes based on my own observations, and always with parent permission.
Another part of the counseling program is small group counseling. Referrals are similar to individual counseling though the nature of the groups tends to focus on specific topics or problems that several children all share. This forum is especially helpful for children who might be feeling that they are alone in dealing with an issue.
Classroom guidance is also an integral part of the program being offered at Calais Elementary. Teaching guidance in the classroom gives the school counselor the unique opportunity to meet and get to know all the children in the school rather than a select few. This allows for a proactive approach to dealing with common problems all children face. The curriculum we use to ensure that lessons are comprehensive and developmentally appropriate is the Know Your Body health and guidance curriculum which is one of the few health and guidance curriculums supported by the Vermont Department of Education.
What's New in the Program
I'm looking forward to a new school year at Calais this year. I can't wait to see the students in 4th, 5th, and 6th in the fall and will be in the K, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd classrooms mid January. Enjoy your summer!
Personal Information
My name is Cat Fair and I have been the school counselor at Calais since 2006. I work part time at Calais and can be reached there on Mondays and Fridays (454-7777 x362). I also work part time as the school counselor at Waitsfield Elementary and can be reached there on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. I can also be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
I live in Calais with my husband Bill, our son Jackson, and our daughter Livvy. We have two dogs (ahhhh!) and are surrounded by family. Actually, I grew up here in Calais and went to Calais Elementary and then U32 a long, long......., time ago:) When I'm not working you can usually find me reading. In the summer time I love gardening and swimming and during the school year - drama club! I love working with kids to nurture an interest in the performing arts. Check out my new blog available to kids and parents on the happenings of drama club. www.calaisdramaclub.blogspot.com
