Implementation of the counselor-consultant model in an elementary school setting

This study attempted to demonstrate a method of raising the sociometric ranking of a fifth grade class through a six week intervention process of activity interaction groups. It is theorized that rewarding experiences shared in a low risk setting will promote positive feelings among group members. While thus demonstrating an educational process in tune with the affective needs of the class, the investigator also sought to relate to the teacher in a consulting function. Therefore, the content as well as the process of this study are important areas of focus. Although a statistically significant upward movement in sociometric ranking was not achieved, the investigator largely appraised the value of this study in terms of the implementation of a consultive counseling model and the introduction of the affective domain into a previously cognitive centered curriculum.