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Direct linkWebb-Landman, Eleanor – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2012
The foundations of academic and social learning are laid in the early years of school, and attendance is critical to school success. However, research suggests that chronic absenteeism is a significant problem at the elementary school level (Chang & Romero, 2008; Romero & Lee, 2007). This paper presents the results of an action research study…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Action Research, Socialization, Elementary School Students
Wright, Waukita; Bailey, Carrie Lynn; Bergin, James J. – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2012
Using a mixed method design, this study investigated the effectiveness of a bully intervention program aimed at fifth-grade girls. The Ophelia Project provided the framework for a six-week prevention program. Results showed that the bullying intervention program did decrease the relational aggressive behaviors among the participants and indicated…
Descriptors: Females, Prevention, Intervention, Aggression
Chupp, Amy I.; Boes, Susan R. – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2012
This action research study (ARS) describes the effectiveness of small group social skills lessons with elementary students, using "Too Good for Violence: A Curriculum for Non-violent Living" by the Mendez Foundation. The school counselor and school social worker taught the curriculum in a structured small group of 4th grade students in 8 weekly…
Descriptors: Action Research, Interpersonal Competence, Elementary School Students, Conflict Resolution
Download full textBickelhaupt, Delane L. – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2011
This paper is a description of an action research (AR) study done with chronically absent elementary school students. The AR sought to answer these questions: 1) do reinforcement and daily check-ins increase attendance and 2) why are some students absent? Related literature regarding attendance and the methods used for the study are described and…
Descriptors: Elementary School Students, Reinforcement, School Counselors, Action Research
Cole, Jill Friedman – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2011
This paper operationalizes the definition of action research (AR) and the importance of conducting such studies to improve the lives of students and professionals. This paper provides an overview of literature regarding variables related to truancy and absenteeism. The paper discusses the importance of students being present and engaged, negative…
Descriptors: Truancy, Action Research, Intervention, School Counselors
Loveless, Carol P. – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2010
School counselors in their first year of practice within the profession or within a new school district can experience challenges in assuming the professional responsibilities associated with their role. Mentoring programs are one form of professional assistance that has been recommended in the literature for new educators, including school…
Descriptors: Suburban Schools, Program Effectiveness, School Counselors, Staff Orientation
Peek, Sarah D. – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2009
The action research study revealed the effectiveness of recent interventions to the attendance process of a single elementary school located in the Southern United States. The study evaluated the benefits and impact of the interventions, and other possible interventions to increase student attendance. An explanation of each intervention is…
Descriptors: Action Research, Attendance, Teacher Attitudes, Intervention
Banke, Mallory P.; Ziomek-Daigle, Jolie – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2009
In this era of results based education, professional school counselors must discover the most efficient methods for reaching all children in their school, yet still allow time for individual student care. This quantitative research study describes the utilization of a school's closed-circuit television to present a classroom guidance unit on…
Descriptors: School Counselors, School Counseling, Delivery Systems, Television
Gillilan, Dana C. – Georgia School Counselors Association Journal, 2006
This action research study revealed common parental perceptions regarding the role of elementary school counselors. The paper discusses their perceptions and ways in which counselors can better communicate their role to parents. The research was conducted in an elementary school of approximately 1,136 students. The school opened in 2003, and is…
Descriptors: School Activities, Action Research, School Counselors, Elementary Schools
