True or False
Bullying and being mean one time are the same thing.
False - Bullying happens over and over and is done on purpuse.
What is confidentiality?
When you tell someone something personal and they keep it private (similar to a secret).
You overheard another student talking about you to another student. How would you respond?
Why is reading every night important?
It helps you become a better reader. It builds your vocabulary. It helps you with schoolwork. It makes your brain grow stronger. It's fun!
What is a coping skill?
A skill a student uses to help them calm down when having a strong emotion.
School Counselors are the only people you should talk to about your problems?
False - If you are having a problem, you should talk to an adult who will listen. That might be a parent, neighbor, teacher, coach etc.
You tell your school counselor that a student was making threats about hurting themselves during an online game chat over the weekend. Does your counselor need to share this?
Yes - This is a safety concern and someone could get hurt. My number 1 job is to keep all students safe.
You see someone getting made fun of while standing in line. Act out how you might respond to the situation.
Tell them to stop, use a distraction technique, let a staff member know.
Name 3 ways to be a good friend?
Be kind, say nice words, include other, be helpful, be a good listener, ask them questions.
Name 2 coping skills you can use at school?
Taking a deep breath, taking a break, drawing, counting to 10, talking with an adult, getting a drink of water.
The only time you will work with the School Counselor is when you have a problem?
False- The School Counselor enjoys spending time with students and having fun. You can request to have lunch, play a game (if you are done with your work) etc.
You tell your School Counselor that you and your friend had a big argument and now you are not speaking. Does your School Counselor need to share this with your friend?
No - Your School Counselor does not need to share this. They may provide strategies to help you communicate with your friend to let them know how you feel.
Someone in class wants to be your partner for a project. You don’t want to work with them. What can you say?
"I was going to work with ______, maybe next time." "I have already asked _____ to work with me."
Why does talking about your feelings or problems help?
Talking about your feelings or problems can help you feel better or solve a problem.
Name 2 coping skills you can use at home?
Taking a break, going to your room, listening to music, petting your animals, reading, drawing, talking with an adult, journaling.
Can the School Counselor can fix your problems?
False- The School Counselor can help you think about different ways to solve or cope with your problems. YOU are the only one that can choose to work on a problem.
You tell your School Counselor that you often do not have enough food in your house over the weekend and you are often hungry. Does your School Counselor need to share this?
Yes - The School Counselor's job is to keep you safe. This could involve being neglected and sharing this information is important.
You get into an argument with a classmate about an assignment. Act out how you can take care of this in a safe way.
Use an "I" statement, communicate your needs, take a break.
Name 3 ways you can be responsible at school?
Attendance, bring all your materials, be kind to others, be honest when you make a mistake, be helpful to others.
When should you use a coping skill?
When you are having a strong emotion: anger, sadness, anxiety, frustration.
Your counselor will keep anything you tell them confidential?
False - A counselor will share information if someone is hurting you, you are hurting someone else, or you are hurting yourself.
Name one thing your school counselor cannot keep confidential?
If someone is hurting you, you are going to hurt someone else, or you are hurting yourself.
You and another student are arguing about a "play" made in football during recess. How can you react, what could you say?
"Hey, let's forget about it, it's just a game". "Let's play another game at recess, we fight when we play football."
Name 3 ways you can be a good listener?
Look at the person that is talking, ask questions, answer questions, think about what the person is saying, keep hands, feet, mouth quiet, etc.
Name an example of something that should not be used as a coping skill?
Calling someone a name, throwing something, being aggressive, yelling.