Meet Mr. LaValle
Who is the School Adjustment Counselor for Grades 3-5 at LAW?
Mr. LaValle
Students often see the counselor when they have a problem, a conflict, or just need someone to ______.
Listen / talk to
Name one thing counselors do at school.
Answer examples:
Talk with students, run small groups, teach lessons, talk with teachers or parents/caregivers.
What does "confidentiality" mean?
Keeping conversations between people private. Not telling others what was said unless absolutely necessary (safety concerns!)
What is Mr. LaValle’s favorite color?
Purple!
True or False: Mr. LaValle’s office is next to the Nurse’s office.
False. It is next to Ms. FD’s office in the library.
True or False: You are in trouble if you go see the counselor.
False!
Counselors teach skills that help students manage strong ______.
Emotions / Feelings.
True or False: The counselor tells everyone what students say in their office.
False!
Who is Mr. LaValle’s favorite superhero?
Dr. Strange
*but his very favorite character is the anti-hero Agatha Harkness!
Before coming to LAW, Mr. LaValle worked with students this year at this type of school.
High School
*but he worked at an elementary school last year!
Do you have to be going through a huge problem to talk to a counselor?
No. Counselors support all students.
What does “venting” mean?
Talking about what is happening or how you feel. It's a way to cope with stress/negative emotions.
Sometimes counselors must share information if someone is in ______.
Danger
Name one thing Mr. LaValle likes to do in his free time.
Traveling, hiking, or spending time with friends and family.
One big part of Mr. LaValle’s job is helping students with their ______ and feelings.
Thoughts / Emotions / Problems / Social Skills.
Name one thing the counselor can help you with.
Answer examples:
Feelings, friends, family, anxiety, school stress, conflicts.
Are counselors in charge of school discipline?
No. But counselors can help students learn from mistakes.
Name one time a counselor must tell another adult.
1) Someone is hurting you, 2) You want to hurt someone, 3) You want to hurt yourself, and 4) You give me permission to share.
True or False: Even counselors need hobbies and time to relax.
True!
Would Mr. LaValle rather go to the beach or go hiking in the mountains?
Depends! But usually the mountains!
Would Mr. LaValle rather travel somewhere new or stay home for a quiet weekend?
Travel & Explore New Places!
Would Mr. LaValle rather watch a movie or play a board game with friends?
Board Games!
Would Mr. LaValle rather have the power to fly or be invisible?
It would be so cool to fly!
What is one thing you want your School Adjustment Counselor to know about you?
Please write your answer and your name on the post-in note/index card, and hand it to me! Also feel free to ask me a question if you'd prefer.