Your School Counselors
Mrs. Tackmann & Mrs. Lehmkuhl
Students normally see a school counselor when they have a ___________________ .
Problem, conflict, or just need someone to listen.
The counselor is an advocate for only students? True or False
False, she supports parents, teachers, and students
School counselors teach students social skills to help them ________________.
Make healthy decisions and prepare for the future.
What is confidentiality?
Keeping conversations between people private. Not telling others what was said unless......
What is Mrs. Lehmkuhl's favorite football team?
Are you ever in trouble when you go to see the school counselor?
No!!!
When visiting with a counselor, will you be able to use a fidget, if needed?
Yes!
We have a variety of fidgets in our offices for students to use.
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
Besides the students, I also work with _________ and __________.
staff and parents
How many years has Mrs. Tackmann worked at Verndale?
Name 2 problems a student might have that the counselor can help with.
Problems- at home, with friends/other students, schoolwork, behavior, anxious feelings
T/F - the counselors are mandated reporters?
True
The school counselors are legally required to report any known or suspected cases of abuse or neglect to the authorities.
Are school counselors in charge of discipline?
No
Where are the School Counselors offices?
By the locker rooms/new gym
How many years of education did your school counselors complete to become a school counselor?
4 years - bachelors degree
2 years - masters degree
6 years total
How do I set up a time to meet with the counselors?
-ask your teacher or parent/guardian to reach out to us
-send us an email
- Come find one of us in the morning to set up a time
- leave a note at our door
Can you come to the counselors if your family has needs for food or other resources?
Yes!
Do the School Counselors work with ALL students K-12, or just some?
ALL !
True or False: We work with students in small group, classroom and individual settings.
True
This is Mrs. Lehmkuhl's ___ year in education.
20th
Do you only see the counselor if you are having a major crisis? T or F
False.
What other ways can the counselors help you with your emotions?
Talking it through, breathing exercises, fidgets, and various other ways.
What is one way a counselor helps a 12th grade student?
Choose classes, change schedule, help apply to college, help figure out after HS plan, make sure they graduate.
What are the exceptions to confidentiality?
Someone is hurting you.
You want to hurt someone.
You want to hurt yourself.