Your School Counselor
Why see a school counselor?
More about your School Counselor
What does a school counselor do?
General
100

Who are your school counselors?

Ms. Thomas and Mrs. Boynton

100

Students normally see a school counselor when they have a ___________________ .

Problem, conflict, or just need someone to listen.

100

The counselor is an advocate for only students?  True or False

False, she supports parents, teachers, and students

100

School counselors teach students social skills to help them ________________.

Make healthy decisions and prepare for the future.

100

What is confidentiality?

Keeping conversations between people private.  Not telling others what was said unless......

200

What does Mrs. Boynton enjoy doing?

Watching sunsets; Reading

200

Are you ever in trouble when you go to see the school counselor?

No

200

Counselors teach coping skills to help handle?

Strong emotions 

200

Name 2 things school counselors do to help students.

Talk to students individually, classroom lessons, small groups, talk with teachers, talk with parents or other staff

200

Besides the students, I also work with _________ and __________.  

staff and parents

300

Where are the counselors' offices located?

Located on the main hall near the media center

300

Name 2 problems a student might have that the counselor can help with.

Problems- at home, with friends/other students, schoolwork, behavior, anxious feelings

300

What  is "venting"?

A way to cope with stress/negative emotions by telling someone about what happened or is happening. 

give free expression to (a strong emotion).

300

Are school counselors in charge of discipline?

No

300

Where is another place to submit confidential problems and concerns for the counselor?

Our school's website using the counselor referral or schedule an appointment with the counselor 

400

What college(s) did  Ms. Thomas attend? 

AAMU and Troy University

400

How do I set up a time to meet with the counselors

Complete a counselor referral or book an appointment. 

400

Can you come to the counselors if your family has needs for food or other resources?

Yes!

400

Do I ever work with other school counselors?

Yes!  I regularly collaborate with other school counselors in our district.

400

True or False:  I work with students in small group, classroom and individual settings. 

True


500

What is Mrs. Boynton's favorite drink?

Chai

500

Do you only see the counselor if you are having a major crisis? T or F

False. Always here to support

500

What other ways can the counselors help you with your emotions? 

Talking it through, breathing exercises, fidgets, and various other ways.

500

When we get to 8th grade, what is something that Ms. Thomas helps with?

Picking and getting into high schools.

500

What are the exceptions to confidentiality?

Someone is hurting you.

You want to hurt someone.

You want to hurt yourself.


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