Guidance Services

Counseling services at Lahore American School are diverse and cater to all three sections - elementary school, middle school, and high school. All students have access to social-emotional counseling.

 

Elementary School Guidance - Mona Haseeb

The elementary school counselor is available to support students and parents with educational, personal, and developmental needs and to collaborate with the Principal. Parents are encouraged to schedule appointments as needed. The counselor works with students in various formats, including group sessions, one-on-one meetings, and issue-specific discussions, while promoting Positive Discipline principles. Through personalized counseling, social-emotional learning programs like the RULER curriculum, and community initiatives such as Anti-Bullying Week, we strive to create a positive, inclusive environment. Theme-based spirit days and regular parent coffee mornings on well-being topics foster connection and collaboration. Parents are welcome to meet individually to discuss strategies, set goals, and address concerns, ensuring every child’s social, emotional, and academic success. 

Middle School Guidance - Rutaba Afzaal

Our Middle School has a dedicated counselor/school psychologist to support students' emotional, social, and academic growth. The counselor regularly checks in with students, offers one-on-one or group counseling, and ensures strict confidentiality. Students are welcome to visit the counseling office anytime for support or guidance.

The counselor also organizes weekly lunch sessions with student groups to build rapport, promote kindness, and address social-emotional topics through team-building and anti-bullying activities. They support new students through orientation programs, assist with academic transitions, and oversee the Middle School Tutoring Program for additional academic support.

By fostering collaboration between parents, teachers, and the counselor, we create a positive, inclusive environment tailored to each student’s needs. Parents are encouraged to meet with the counselor to discuss strategies, set goals, and support their child’s well-being and success.

 

High School Guidance: College and Career Counseling - Andrew Zienchuk, Amna Liaqat & Rabia Sarwar

The high school guidance office provides personalized guidance in academic planning, college preparation, and career exploration. Our dedicated team is there to help students navigate the rigors of their high school journey, whether choosing the right courses, exploring college options or vocational paths, or seeking assistance with personal challenges. We offer resources, workshops, and one on one counseling to empower students to make informed decisions about their future. 

Additionally, the on-campus university fairs and events expose students to a wide range of colleges and universities allowing them an opportunity to make connections with university representatives. We strive to keep the parents informed and involved in their child’s education and future planning as we prepare our students for success in and beyond high school.

The high school guidance office also provides information, conducts standardized tests such as the PSAT, SAT, and AP courses, and coordinates the College Board assessments offered at the Lahore American School.

Social Emotional Learning: The RULER Approach - Mishaal

At LAS, we prioritize the mental health and well-being of our students. Our Social Emotional Counselor is here to provide support, guidance, and resources to help students navigate the challenges of high school life. Whether it's through one-on-one counseling sessions, group workshops, or wellness activities, our counselor fosters a safe and welcoming environment where students can express their feelings, develop coping strategies, and enhance their emotional resilience.

In partnership with families and communities, schools play a critical role in supporting the social and emotional development of youth. This goes beyond teaching a set of skills by embedding social and emotional learning (SEL) into every aspect of daily school life. Students will participate in weekly lessons from RULER and will work with their classroom teachers to link this learning to the content. 

RULER, an acronym for the five skills of emotional intelligence (recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing, and regulating) is the evidence-based approach to social and emotional learning developed at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (YCEI). More than 20 years of research shows that SEL helps students achieve more academically and make better decisions. Read some of the research here.

RULER is a systemic approach to SEL developed at the YCEI that supports school communities to understand the value of emotions, build the skills of emotional intelligence, and create and maintain positive emotional climates with RULER. Evaluation research shows that RULER fosters a range of behaviors and shifts in school climate that are essential to positive youth development, including:

Development of emotional skills

Fewer attention and learning problems

Greater social and leadership skills

Less anxiety and depression

Less stress and burnout

Better performance in school

For information on how you can support your child, check out the Parents’ Guide to RULER here.

Academic and Service Coordinator - Naureen Usmani

The Academic and Service Coordinator supports students in reaching their academic goals by creating personalized plans, monitoring progress, and arranging additional resources like TLCs and extra sessions.

Beyond academics, the coordinator fosters responsibility and community awareness by organizing meaningful service opportunities, and helping students fulfill the 80-hour graduation requirement. By combining academic guidance with community engagement, the coordinator helps students develop into well-rounded, empathetic individuals prepared for future challenges.

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