ABCP Policy | Page 53

VIII. REFERRAL AND COUNSELING Aside from imposing a disciplinary measure commensurate to the action of the student, a necessary counseling shall be accorded to the students since the school’s purpose is not to convict the students but to assist him/her to realize his/her misbehavior. The parent or guardian may be invited to take part in counseling process or session if necessary, depending on the determination or discretion of the Guidance Officer. After the series of sessions, follow-ups shall be done by the Guidance Office to monitor the improvement happens towards the behavior of the child. Consistent communication and coordination by the Guidance Officer with the adviser and parent shall also be made to get feedback based on the result of observation about the child’s behavior.