Welcome to Counseling

My name is Carolina Silva and I am thrilled to be the counselor at Jones Elementary! This is my 10th year in education, and 5th year as an elementary counselor. Prior to becoming a school counselor, I taught Pre K, 4th and 5th grade. 

My goal is to provide a comprehensive developmental guidance program that is designed to develop students’ academic, career, personal, and social abilities. I am responsible for providing educational support services, through the following four components: guidance curriculum, responsive services, individual planning system, and system support.

A comprehensive counseling program includes guidance curriculum, responsive services, individual planning, and system support.

• Classroom Guidance lessons- centered around TEA Character Traits-Self-Awareness, Respect, Responsibility, Perseverance, Kindness, Honesty

• Red Ribbon Week 

• College & Career Week  

• Individual Counseling 

• Group Counseling

Vision Statement: 

• The vision of Dorris A. Jones  Elementary School Counseling Program is that every student will acquire the social-emotional, academic, and personal skills that will shape them into responsible, resilient and compassionate leaders who will positively contribute to society.

Mission Statement:  

• The mission of the Dorris A. Jones Elementary  School Counseling Program is to provide all students with a comprehensive program that addresses academic, college, career, social emotional, and character skills through guidance curriculum, responsive services, and individual planning. Through the building of relationships with all students, in a safe and nurturing environment that embraces resiliency, and in collaboration with campus and community stakeholders, all students will develop the necessary skills they need to be successful lifelong learners. 

Email: carol.silva@rockwallisd.org

Degrees and Certifications 

B.A.  Psychology- Texas A&M University 

M.Ed. Guidance and School Counseling- University of Texas Rio Grande Valley