IMPORTANCE OF COUNSELLING CELLS IN SCHOOLS

IF YOU LOOK THE RIGHT WAY, YOU CAN SEE THAT THE WHOLE WORLD IS A GARDEN ~ FRANCES BURNETT

Over the centuries the schools have been instrumental in guiding the students over the period of their school years.  Indian education system is continuously under pressure for becoming more and more quantitative in approach. Pressure of curriculum demand and performance -based studies has made students less creative and innovative. Leaving less space for self -growth and self-learning. which is the need of the hour in this era of globalization, Knowledge bombardment and revolution in the socio-economic field. In today’s world of aggression and emotional insecurities we need support. Thus, the need for professional counselling and guidance is mandatory in the present society and education system.

Counselling programmes in the schools help the students in creating the best out of their school life it not only helps the children to deal with every day life situations during their developmental years to develop social and cognitive skills. It also helps in growing up as a good human being, helping children improve their academic performance, communication skills and overall development of a positive personality.

Mayoor school, Noida is amongst the top 10 CBSE schools and truly  believes that in today’s scenario the traditional roles of the schools of academics and sports have  added on the responsibility of the HOLISTIC development of the child. The Counselling cells play a very important role, they act as an emotional  and effective tool to fulfill the requirements of the children. Though we cannot withdraw the role of teachers in guiding and counselling children during the school days but a professional hand is required for the betterment of children.

Counselling is a scientific process to provide students with advice and assistance extended by a professional according to the individual requirements. Therefore the role of the counselling cells is  to provide expert services to students. The core essence of counselling is a relationship with the student from the beginning of their developmental years where  he/she feels free to express and gain clarification of his goals, develop self-confidence, leadership qualities. Counselling cells have multiple roles in the School. From behavioural counselling, to helping enhance academic performance, developing understanding of oneself, developing Emotionally intelligent individuals. Counselling cells also act as inventory and information services for career guidance. Finding options in a systematic and planned way. Therefore, opening doors for better communication between parents and students to foster greater understanding of career choices. Pressure from the parents because of huge competition students are performing by burdening them with books and secluding them from internet connections and electronic devices, reducing time for sports and other outdoor activities which would have helped them grow mentally and physically.

The-D of depression looms large as the child who is not able to perform well gets frustrated by not being able to fulfill the expectations and spreading dismay ,distress  if not adhered at the right time leading to suicidal tendencies. Counselling helps in assisting the child in the proper direction,finding a way out of this swamp.Now it is high time to introduce and incorporate counselling cells in all educational and professional institutions and to help students deal with their issues and become emotionally intelligent individuals of today’s world.

Every child is unique in his own way, young minds need proper guidance to use their potential to the fullest in the right directions.We can see our future in them so let us help them  to grow as responsible citizens to make this society a better place to live.