WHO is your School Counselor
What is your school counselor's name?
Mrs. Covington
Are you in big trouble if you have to see the school counselor?
Students are not in trouble when they have to see Mrs. Covington. She wants to help ALL students strive academically, socially, and emotionally- She is not the principal!
True or False: If I am having a problem, the best thing to do is to just walk to Mrs. Covington's office.
False! Mrs. Covington is here to help you, but is not always in her office. Please have your teacher give me a call or email or fill out the form so that I know you need help.
What can you do if you are feeling sad?
Talk to the school counselor or another trusted adult, spend time with friends, do something that you enjoy, and journal.
Which of the following is false:
A) Your school counselor will listen to you without judgment.
B) If your teacher asks you to visit with the school counselor, it must mean that you are in trouble.
C) Your school counselor works with teachers and parents to better help and support students.
The correct answer is B!
-You can tell Mrs. Covington anything without judgement
- Mrs. Covington works with parents, teachers, administration, and students to help support you
Where is your school counselors office located?
Your school counselor's office is located in the PreK hallway on the 1st floor.
What should you do if a friend is being bullied?
-Tell a Teacher/Counselor/Adult
-Stand up for them
-Confront the Bully
True or False: Mrs. Covington is available to speak with any student throughout the day.
True: Mrs. Covington is here to help any student that needs her assistance.
Is it okay to get angry?
Yes. Everyone gets angry. It is what you do with your anger that is important.
True or false: Your school counselor can take away all your problems.
False, but talking about your problems or feelings can help you to feel better. She can also help you with ways to cope.
Mrs. Covington has been a school counselor for
A. 4 years
B. 7 years
C. 14 years.
B. 7 years
What is a helpful strategy to use when you're feeling angry or frustrated with a friend?
Taking deep breaths, counting to ten, stepping away to cool down, using "I" statements.
True or False: When you talk to your school counselor, they will keep your information private and confidential unless -you are being hurt, -you want to hurt yourself, -you want to hurt someone else, or -you give permission to share.
True: This is called CONFIDENTIALTY.
Why is it important to attend school every day?
To make sure you don't miss important information, and to develop healthy social skills.
Name 3 problems Mrs. Covington might be able to help a student with.
Any appropriate answer.
If you need to talk with your school counselor, what can you do?
-Ask your teacher if they can help you set up an appointment to see your school counselor.
-Fill out the "Request to see the School Counselor" slip located in your classroom. From there, you may drop off the request in the basket next to my door.
Your friends no longer want to hang out with you. What do you do?
Speak to your friend one-on-one to understand the situation, or find new friends.
*If both of you want me to set up a restorative circle, we can also do that!
True or False? Your school counselor only helps students who are dealing with major problems like a death in the family or parents divorcing.
False. The school counselor is there for all students to help them navigate through not just small, medium, and big sized problems, but also loves to celebrate the good things happening in students’ lives too!
What is a safe place in your classroom where you can go to calm down when feeling upset?
Calm Down Corner
How can you show respect for others?
Any acceptable answer..
possible answers:Listen to them, be kind, and be considerate of their feelings.
True or false: Mrs. Covington was born and raised in Texas.
False: Mrs. Covington was born and raised in Idaho!
True or False? School Counselors are the only people you should talk to when you have a problem.
False. Teachers, staff, parents, and other students are great options.
True or False: Mrs. Covington can also help me with physical needs if my family is not able to- like shoes, food, or school needs.
True! Mrs. Covington will make sure that you have the things that you need to be healthy and happy.
Name a reason why a student may NOT need to visit the counselor.
Any appropriate answer.
Sample answers:
-Because they want to get out of class
-They had a disagreement with a friend
-They want to take a nap
Why is it important to always try your best?
So you can be successful, it feels good to know that you tried your best.