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UrduEvery student is assigned a counsellor based on the first letters of their last name.
click to book an appointment with Ms. Pettigrew
Ms. Pettigrew works with students with last names starting with the letters: A to Gh
Click to book an appointment with Ms. Kiefert
Mrs. Kiefert works with students with last names starting with the letters: Gi to N
click to book an appointment with Ms. Rachael
Ms. Sandberg works with students with last names starting with the letters: O to Z
Students should inform their teacher if they are missing class to see their counsellor, and are responsible for work assigned during classes missed for counselling.
You can also email your counsellor directly
Ms. Pettigrew, A to Gh, spettigrew@sd62.bc.ca
Mrs. Kiefert Gi to N, mkiefert@sd62.bc.ca
Ms. Sandberg, O to Z rsandberg@sd62.bc.ca
Supports provided by School Counsellors
- Personal Counselling
- Post-secondary planning
- Academic advising and student scheduling
- Career exploration
Course change requests are not being considered at this time except under exceptional circumstances (errors, missing classes, grad or post-secondary requirements, new registrations).
Referrals to Outside Agencies
Occasionally, students will require support for personal issues that go beyond the scope of a school counselling role. Belmont’s school counsellors will be happy to assist students and their families in making referrals to outside agencies. Please do not hesitate to ask for information about counselling support outside of school.
Resources and Links to Outside Agencies
Link to Westshore Centre for Learning
Resources for youth during Covid 19 Pandemic
Food Security Western Communities
Crisis Centre The Crisis Centre provides emotional support and crisis intervention services. Call 1-800-SUICIDE for help.
Youthspace.ca Offers emotional support and crisis intervention to youth up to 30 yrs. Our professionally-trained volunteers are online every night (6-11pm PST) to connect with users in Chat – instant message or text message.
Additional links for grade 12 students:
Indigenous-Focused Graduation Requirement