Counseling Unit for Social & Emotional Support

Stepping-Stone International School is proud to launch our dedicated Counseling Unit for Social & Emotional Support, designed to ensure our students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

👩‍🏫 Meet Our Counselor

Ms. Umme Kulsum Kanon

Professional School Counselor

We are proud to introduce Ms. Umme Kulsum Kanon, who leads our Counseling Unit with deep passion and proven expertise in social and emotional development.

Ms. Kanon has earned a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Language and a Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching (ELT) from Jahangirnagar University.

She brings five years of experience as a Lecturer and Instructor at various academic institutions and served in an administrative role at BRAC University Residential Campus.

Ms. Kanon holds a professional certification in "Listening and Responding Skills" from the Counselling and Wellness Centre of BRAC University. This training empowers her to connect meaningfully with students and support their emotional journeys.

📘 What We Offer

Our counseling services focus on four key developmental areas:

• 1. Skills for Learning
  • Study strategies and academic planning
  • Time management and organization
  • Overcoming learning barriers


• 2. Empathy Development
  • Understanding others’ perspectives
  • Building compassionate relationships
  • Developing social awareness


• 3. Emotional Management
  • Identifying and expressing emotions appropriately
  • Coping with stress and anxiety
  • Building emotional resilience


• 4. Problem-Solving Skills
  • Critical thinking development
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Decision-making strategies

💡 Why Social & Emotional Support Matters

Research consistently shows that children who receive social and emotional support demonstrate improved academic outcomes. When students feel emotionally secure, they are more focused, motivated, and resilient.

Our goal is to ensure every child at Stepping-Stone feels supported, valued, and emotionally prepared to meet life’s challenges with confidence.