(a) In grades kindergarten through five, the program shall be designed by a certified school counselor in coordination with the teaching staff, and any appropriate pupil personnel service providers, for the purpose of preparing students to participate effectively in their current and future educational programs, to provide information related to
college and careers, and to assist students who may exhibit challenges to academic success, including but not limited to
attendance or behavioral
concerns, and where appropriate make a referral to a properly licensed professional and / or certified pupil personnel service provider, as appropriate, for more targeted supports.
James Rosenbaum's current major area of research
concerns the
college - for - all movement,
college attendance and coaches, high - school - to - work transitions, and linkages among students, schools, and employers.
Berry's research suggests that such «teacher - powered» schools decrease discipline issues and safety
concerns, and increase graduation rates and
college attendance for students.