Your School Counsellor
Who is your School Counsellor?
Mrs. Snyder
Why do kids see a School Counselor?
A Problem at home, school, in the neighborhood, etc..
Today is John's first day at his new school. He is feeling pretty nervous.
Yes!
How many years of university does it take to become a school counsellor?
Seven (7) years
How many school counsellors does Lou MacNarin have?
Two!
Mrs. Youden (K-2)
Mrs. Snyder (Gr 3-5)
Name two problems that you might have that you can talk to a School Counsellor about.
Death of someone that they are close to
upset with a friend
bullying
having trouble with their feelings
stress
Sue does not believe in herself anymore and says she often feels sad and lonely.
Yes!
School Counselors do more than just work with children. Name two other types of people School Counselors work with.
Parents
Teachers and Principals
Why would someone want to become a school counsellor?
Loves listening and talking with students, encouraging them to become problem solvers.
Where is Mrs. Snyder's office?
Room 212 ... upstairs in the Gr 4/5 (Pink) hallway across from washrooms.
How do you get to see Mrs. Snyder?
Ask your teacher/parent to see me.
Write a note telling me that you want to see me.
Some students found a hornet's nest outside on the playground.
No! Who could help?
What is an important skill for a School Counsellor to have?
Good listener, friendly, caring, understanding, considerate of others' feelings, etc.
How many years has Mrs. Snyder worked as a school counsellor at Lou MacNarin?
20+ years
What should you do with the note if you want to see Mrs. Snyder?
Slide it under her door at recess or lunch.
A student is worried her parents are going to get divorced.
Yes!!
What can Mrs. Snyder teach you so you can do better on your school work?
Focus, Mindfulness, Listening
Why would someone want to become a school counsellor?
Loves to listen and talk with students, encouraging them to become good problem-solvers.