This document focuses on the role and activities of elementary school counselors. Elementary school counselors have the knowledge and skills to assist teachers and parents to help children get a good start to reach the goal of graduating good citizens. First the roles and functions of the elementary school counselor in these eight areas are discussed: general role and function; individual and group counseling; classroom guidance; peer facilitation; consultation; coordination; referrals; and assessment. Helpful hints are provided for preparation for the days before school starts and/or the first week of school. These hints include: addressing the faculty, joining professional organizations, and decorating the office. Ideas for planning the year's activities are provided. Steps in the public relations process are discussed, including implementing a written referral system for teachers. Sample classroom guidance lessons for kindergarten through second grade and for grades three through five are included. These forms and handouts are included: counseling needs assessment plan; program components; introductory booklet to school counseling; comics focusing on counseling-related topics; request for consultation with counselor; and referral. A resource list is included. (ABL)