My School Counselor
What is one fun fact about Ms. Lillo?
Colleges, Fav Seasons, Sports Fan, Sweet Foods, Riley!
True or False: I see my school counselor if I am feeling bored and want to get out of class.
False
As soon as I leave the office, Ms. Lillo calls my parents and tells them everything I said. True or False?
False
Name 4 positive qualities that a good friend may possess.
Honest, Caring, Kind, Loyal, Friendly, Polite, Funny, Nice, Shares, Trustworthy, Respectful, Responsible, Cheerful
Whole Body Listening!
School Counselors only work with kids who are in trouble. True or False?
False. School Counselors are here to work with ALL students to help them be the best version of themselves.
I am having an argument with my friend. Ms. Lillo is going to call that friend in and make me talk to them. True or False?
False. I am not going to force to do anything, but it may be advised in order to help the situation.
Johnny will not stop teasing me and I am crying about it everyday after school. Who should I talk to? A) Ms. Lillo B) My teacher C) My parents D) All of the above
D- All of the above. Any of these people can help you but we can't help until we know about it, so don't be afraid to talk.
Who can ask the school counselor to talk with you? A) Your parent/guardian B) Any teacher in the school. C) You D) All of the above
D) All of the above! Your parents/guardians or teachers may ask me to talk with you!
My grandma went to the hospital this past weekend and I am feeling upset about it. Is this something I can see the school counselor about?
Of course it is!
There is a boy in my class that keeps pushing me on the playground. I tell Ms. Lillo about it but don't want her to say anything to anyone yet. Will Ms. Lillo keep that a secret? Why or Why not?
No, I will not keep that a secret. Someone is being hurt and it will be reported and addressed.
My friends and I keep getting into arguments at recess and when I get back to class, that is all that I can think about. I have tried to solve the problem on my own already but nothing has changed. What should I do?
Let your teacher know that you'd like to talk to Ms. Lillo or fill out a Helping Hand form. She will try to help you solve the problem.
How do I let my counselor know I need to meet with her?
Fill out a Helping Hand form and drop it off at my office.
Someone hurt me at school today and I want to talk to Ms. Lillo about it before the end of the day. Should I fill out a helping hand form? Why or Why not?
No! If you got hurt at school, this is something that needs to be dealt with immediately. Sometimes Ms. Lillo won't get to my helping hand form on the same day!
What are the three reasons Ms. Lillo would have to tell someone else what we talked about?
If you are planning to hurt yourself or someone else, or someone is hurting you.
My stomach starts hurting, my hands start to feel sweaty and my heart is beating fast, this could be a sign a need to talk with my school counselor. True or False?
True! Your mind and body are connected. Most times your body shows physical clues that you are feeling stressed or anxious.
What does a School Counselor do?
Teaches class lessons and meets with students individually or in groups to help them with friendships, anything going on at home, school, etc.
When I leave Ms. Lillo's office, all my problems will be solved and I will be happy! True or False?
False.
Confidentiality means
I do not tell anyone what we talk about unless our other rules apply.
Name three ways to calm down when you are feeling angry or frustrated.
Taking a walk, talking to an adult, breathing exercises, talking to a trusted friend, putting your head down for a few minutes...