Your School Counselor
Who is your school counselor?
Mrs. Gainor
Students normally see a school counselor when they have a ___________________ .
Problem or conflict
How many times will Mrs. Gainor visit your classroom this year?
About 4-6 times
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......
How long has Mrs. Gainor been a school counselor at DCMS??
I'm starting my 5th year at DCMS.
Are you ever in trouble when you go to see the school counselor?
No
Name 2 topics my classroom lessons may be about.
Healthy choices, conflict, peer pressure, personal boundaries, graduation, careers, college, relationships
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
True or False: Mrs. Gainor is the only school counselor at DCMS.
True
Name 2 problems a student might have that the counselor can help with.
Problems- at home, with friends, schoolwork, behavior, anxious feelings
What is the biggest classroom expectation when I visit your classroom?
Give and receive respect.
Are school counselors in charge of discipline?
No
Where is my office located?
By the main office in the hall by the restrooms.
How do I set up a time to meet with Mrs. Gainor?
Fill out the google form (Request to see Mrs. Gainor)
The goal of these classroom lessons is to teach students _________.
Skills for success
Do I ever work with other school counselors?
Yes! I regularly collaborate with other school counselors in our district.
True or False: I work with students in small group, classroom and individual settings.
True
What are some of Mrs. Gainor's favorites?
Reading, iced coffee, Purdue football, Peanut M&Ms, white cheddar popcorn
Will I get to see the counselor right away?
Sometimes, but not all the time. I will set up a time to meet with you.
What is one thing you remember from last year's classroom lessons?
Resolving conflicts, coping skills, careers, bullying
How many kids do I work with at once in my office?
Typically 1, however if there is a need to talk to two students at the same time, then I will.
What are the 4 exceptions to confidentiality?
Someone is hurting you.
You want to hurt someone.
You want to hurt yourself.
You give me permission to share.