Informational
The adult at your school that will listen to all of your problems is called the ________________.
School Counselor
Is it okay to get angry?
Yes, everyone gets angry, it is what you do with your anger that is important. We need to calm down and help the situation, not be hurtful.
What does it mean to practice self control?
Raise your hand and wait to be called on, pay attention in class, use your hands for helping and not hurting, etc.
What is Mrs. Awtrey's job title?
Mrs. Awtrey is the school counselor
I am in big trouble if I have to see the school counselor!
False. I help you with your problems, you are never in trouble when you come to see me!
Yes or No. Is Mrs. Awtrey allowed to tell your friends what you talk about in her office?
No. What you share with Mrs. Awtrey, stays between you and her. Unless someone is hurting you, you want to hurt someone, or you want to hurt yourself.
What can you do if you are feeling sad?
Talk to the school counselor, go for a walk, get some exercise, keep a journal, talk to a friend, etc.
Name some ways to respect yourself, others, and property?
Use kind words, take care of your Chromebook and library books, clean up after yourself, etc.
Where is Mrs. Awtrey's office located?
Mrs. Awtrey's office is on the 1st floor, near the library.
As soon as you tell your teacher that you need to see Mrs. Awtrey, I will come and get you immediately.
False! But I will try my hardest to get you before the day is over!
What are some times when you may want to talk to the school counselor.
If there is a death of someone you love, arguments with friends, feeling sad or lonely, being bullied, changes in your family, etc.
Name ways to be a good friend
Use respectful language, be kind, be courteous, be helpful, listen when they have a problem, include them at recess, etc.
Name some safe choices that you can make while at school?
Walk in the halls, help a friend when they are hurt, stay in designated areas, push in your chair, use equipment appropriately, etc.
What days of the week is Mrs. Awtrey at your school?
Mrs. Awtrey is at Crockett every single school day.
Teachers or Parents may request that the school counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True!
If you are dealing with someone not being kind to you, should you tell an adult or keep it a secret?
Tell an adult! We need to know so that we can better help you!
How can you helps feel good about themselves?
Give them a compliment, smile, help them, be kind, etc.
How can you demonstrate responsibility?
Pay attention in class, do you classwork, ask questions when you don't understand, take care of your materials, turn in your homework, etc.
If you need to see Mrs. Awtrey, what do you do?
Tell my teacher, have my parent contact the school counselor, you can always see her and talk to her during breakfast in the cafeteria.
The only time that you should have any contact with the school counselor is when you have a big problem!
False! I love checking in with students, and hearing about your days. I also want to help you out before a problem gets too big.
If a friend tells you a secret that he/she is being hurt or abused, should you keep that secret?
No! Always tell an adult, we need to know so that we can best help your friend/classmate.
How does it feel when someone is unkind towards you?
Sad, lonely, upset, angry, mad, etc.
How can you succeed at Crockett Elementary?
Try your best, practice respect, practice responsibility, be safe, etc.
What is a school counselor?
An adult friend who is there to help you.
You can tell your school counselor anything, and she will keep it confidential!
False! The school counselor has to report it if you tell her that someone is hurting you, you are hurting yourself, or you are hurting someone else.