Counselor Corner
What coping skill can students use before reacting emotionally?
Deep breathing
Name one common end-of-year activity.
Field trips, awards, celebrations, yearbook signing, etc.
What beverage fuels many counselors?
Coffee
What skill do counselors encourage students to use when frustrated?
Coping skills
What event causes excitement and chaos at the same time?
Field Day
What is one strategy counselors teach for problem-solving?
Communication, calming down, asking for help, etc
What disappears faster than supplies in May?
Student attention spans
Name one strategy staff use to survive stressful days.
Teamwork, humor, snacks, breaks, music, etc.
Name one calming strategy students can practice.
Deep breathing, counting, mindfulness, etc.
What item becomes difficult to locate at the end of the year?
Chromebooks, chargers, textbooks, etc.
What emotion may students experience during transitions?
Anxiety, excitement, nervousness, etc.
What happens to student energy levels in the final weeks?
They increase dramatically
What is one thing counselors should do before leaving for summer?
Clean classroom, submit grades, pack materials, etc.
What is one way counselors support students at the end of the year?
Transition lessons, emotional support, goal setting, etc
What is the biggest challenge during the last week of school?
Keeping students engaged/focused
What is one way counselors support positive school culture?
Lessons, check-ins, conflict resolution, groups, etc
What is something teachers countdown besides summer?
Minutes left in class, school days, finals, etc.
What calendar event boosts staff morale?
Minimum day, holiday break, payday, etc.
What emotion do students often feel about transitioning to a new grade?
Nervous, excited, anxious, happy, etc.
What happens five minutes before a break or holiday?
Students become extra energetic/excited.
What is the most important thing students should leave school knowing?
They are valued/capable/supported
Sing the lyrics of a song that describes the end-of-year chaos.
any song
What is one survival skill educators master by May?
Multitasking, patience, flexibility, humor, etc.
What important reminder should all counselors hear at the end of the year?
Their work matters / They made a difference
What is the universal sign a teacher is overwhelmed?
anything