Malikah Croom, Ed.S.

(856) 423-2228 ext. 4207
mcroom@paulsboro.k12.nj.us

Office Hours:
Monday–Friday 7:45 AM – 2:50 PM

Loudenslager Elementary School Counseling

Welcome!

Welcome to the Loudenslager Elementary School Counseling webpage! My name is Malikah Croom, and I am proud to serve as the School Counselor at Loudenslager Elementary.

The school counseling program is designed to support every student’s academic success, social-emotional growth, and career awareness. My goal is to help students develop the skills they need to become confident learners, responsible decision-makers, and caring members of our school community.

I work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

👩🏾‍🏫 Meet With Your School Counselor

I can help students with:

  • Friendship skills

  • Conflict resolution

  • Managing emotions

  • Anxiety and stress

  • Self-esteem and confidence

  • Grief and loss

  • Family changes

  • Bullying prevention

  • Goal setting

  • Classroom guidance lessons

  • Individual counseling

  • Small group counseling

  • Referrals to community resources

📚 School Counseling Services

Classroom Lessons

Students participate in classroom guidance lessons throughout the year focusing on:

  • Kindness and empathy

  • Growth mindset

  • Emotional regulation

  • Respect

  • Digital citizenship

  • Bullying prevention

  • Career awareness

  • Decision-making

  • Problem-solving

Small Groups

Groups may include:

  • Friendship Skills

  • Coping Skills

  • Anxiety Management

  • Self-Esteem

  • Grief Support

  • New Student Group

  • Social Skills

Individual Counseling

Short-term counseling is available to help students with concerns that may be impacting their success at school.

❤️ Parent & Family Resources

Parents are encouraged to contact me if they have concerns regarding their child’s:

  • Behavior

  • Emotional well-being

  • Peer relationships

  • School adjustment

  • Attendance

  • Family transitions

  • Community resource needs

Together, we can help support your child’s success.

Here is a referral form: https://forms.gle/bD5SysVqwYKcCFGK6

QUICK LINKS:

💙 Helpful Mental Health Resources

New Jersey Children’s System of Care (PerformCare)

Available 24 hours a day for children and youth under age 21 needing behavioral health, developmental disability, or substance use services.

NJ Parent Link

Resources for parenting, child development, health, and family support.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call or text. Anyone experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis can contact 988.

Crisis Text Line