Hello! My name is Ellen Belarmino and I am the school counselor at EastlakeElementary School. Before this, I was a school counselor at Parsippany Highs School for 19 years. I’m excited to be a part of the Eastlake family and get to work with such amazing students, families, and staff each day! I am a proud mom of two great kids (Kelly & Radon) and in my free time, I love spending time with my family and friends, and my two cats, Pudge and Lola. I also enjoy reading novels, listening to music, going to Broadway shows, and spending time at the beach.

Students can ask to meet with me by  filling out an "I Need To See The  Counselor" form found outside the Counseling office. 

Parents and teachers can let me  know that they need to speak with  me via phone and/or email. 

• Group counseling is  available for students based on school and student needs. 

• Small groups require  parent permission 

Counselor meets with parents/guardians and staff to:

• Provide support for parents  seeking help 

• Provide referrals to community  resources 

• Share information about their  child within the boundaries of  the counselor’s professional  ethics 

• Help identify and assist students with academic difficulties 

• Intervention & Referral Services Chairperson 

• 504 Committee Chairperson

• Anti-Bullying Specialist 

I reach 100% of the K-5  student population through  teaching SEL/character  education classes throughout  the school year. Topics  include: 

• Effective Problem Solving

• Conflict Resolution 

• Kindness 

• Friendship 

• Diversity 

• Coping Skills 

• Perseverance 

• Honesty 

• Empathy 

• Anti-Bullying 

• And Much More!