The YHS School Counseling program includes the following elements: School Counselor curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services, and systems support.  High school counselors assist students in the areas of academic, career/college, and social emotional learning. The Counseling Program aligns with the district Counselor Mission and Vision Statements. Visit the Counseling Center in the main office, call the Counseling Secretary at 360.458.6234, or email your counselor to make an appointment.

The Mission of the Yelm Community Schools (YCS) Counseling Program is to prepare each student to reach their academic, career, and social-emotional potential; ensuring equitable access to education and promoting lifelong learning for all students.  The YCS Counseling Department supports every student by building collaborative relationships with parents, family, staff, and community members to create foundations for students to achieve their full learning potential.

The Vision of the YCS comprehensive School Counseling Program is to promote an environment that encourages personal growth, social responsibility and academic excellence to access continuing education and work. As successful lifelong learners, our students will obtain the skills to achieve their fullest potential, preparing them to positively impact our school, community and world.