New to school: Supporting secondary school students who move schools during the school year.

Abstract

School mobility is a widespread problem in the student population of New Zealand secondary schools. It is an ongoing concern for schools, teachers, families, communities, and for students themselves. This article explores the reasons for the movement of secondary school students who change schools frequently. An understanding of the factors influencing this mobility is vital for school counsellors and others involved in pastoral care, because of the potentially related difficulties that may develop. Students may have varied and complex needs and the professionals involved will be better equipped and more responsive if they have this knowledge and understanding. Working with the pastoral care network, teaching staff, and the wider school community, school counsellors can have a further role in advocating for these students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of New Zealand Journal of Counselling is the property of New Zealand Association of Counsellors and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)