Basic Facts
Where is Ms. Nicholas's office located?
Upstairs in room A234
Who is the adult in the building that will listen to you when you have a problem?
The school counselor Ms. Knudson. (Teachers and Staff at school also can help you with a problem you may be experiencing)
Is it ok to feel angry?
YES! Everyone has feelings and feelings are healthy, it is what you do when you feel angry that is important.
If you would like to come and see Ms. Nicholas, what could you do?
Ask a teacher or staff member to send
Your parent can call and set up a time too!
Is Ms. Knudson allowed to tell your teachers and friends what you talked about when you met with her?
No the conversation you have with Ms. Knudson is private unless you decide to share.
What can you do if you feel sad?
Talk to an adult like Ms. Nicholas. She can help you discover find tools like drawing a picture, exercising, listening to music...or other things that help to make you feel good!
Name one topic we may discuss during a classroom lesson.
Topics might include: friendship, responsibility, problem solving, honesty, and acceptance.
Name a three things that you may want to talk to a school counselor about?
What is how to make good choices, help you with your feelings, help you become a better learner, help you get along with others etc.
How can Ms. Nicholas help you if you having a problem with your friends?
She can help you think about the problem, help you come up with possible solutions, help you find the best solution.
What does the word confidentiality mean?
Keeping things private or not sharing them with others.
Name 3 things you that you can do with Ms. Knudson when you meet with her?
What is you can talk to her, sit and cool off, draw, color, play games, read stories etc.
How can Ms. Nicholas help you become the best student you can be?
She can help you get organized, help teach you good study skills, help you with time management.
What are the exceptions to Ms. Nicholas keeping things confidential?
What is when you share that you or someone else is in danger or being hurt.
When you go and talk to Ms. Nicholas will she tell you what to do?
No! Ms. Nicholas will not tell you what to do, rather she will help you think about what you want, and the different choices you can make.
Does going to see the counselor mean that you are in trouble?
NO!!! The counseling office is a safe place for you to come when ever you have something on your mind or something you need help with!