All About Me!
What is your school counselor's name?
Ms. Brittany!
True or False?
Your school counselor will share the things that you discuss in private with your teacher and other classmates.
False!
Anything you say to the school counselor is kept confidential and will not be shared unless you are at risk of harming yourself or someone else.
What class does Ms. Brittany teach?
Guidance!
True or False?
Ms. Brittany talks to students one on one, runs small groups her office, and teaches lessons in the classroom.
True!
Where can you find your school counselor?
In the counseling office on the 3rd floor, Room 312!
True or False?
Confidentiality means to be confident in yourself.
False!
Confidentiality means to keep things private. What you say in here stays in here.
You're in trouble if you see the counselor.
False!
You are never in trouble when you see Ms. Brittany. I am here to listen to you and support you!
True or False?
If I need to talk, I can just leave class.
False!
Be sure to ask your teacher! If it's an emergency, let them know it's an emergency when you are asking for permission to leave.
What sport does Ms. Brittany enjoy playing?
Badminton!
What are THREE reasons Ms. Brittany might have to break confidentiality?
If you are hurting yourself, someone is hurting you, you want to hurt someone.
Name THREE things that a school counselor can help you with.
Conflict resolution, a place to wait and cool off, feelings of sadness or loneliness, goal-setting, coping with big changes, problems at home, making new friends, friendship issues, etc.
True or False?
Everyone can see the counselor.
True!
What colors are the beanbags in Ms. Brittany's office?
Blue and red!
Name one thing that's in Ms. Brittany's Counselor toolbox and explain its meaning!
Ears: I am here to listen to you!
Heart: I can help you when your heart is hurting.
Eraser: I can help you learn that it's okay to make mistakes.
Puzzle Piece: I can teach you strategies to help you solve problems.
Star: I can help you set goals and reach for the stars.