True or False
School Counselors will meet with you whether your problem is big or small?
True - The School Counselor is here to help with small, medium, or big problems.
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 it important to keep your desk and backpack organized?
You will be able to find things, you will not waste time, you will be ready to learn, etc.
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 another student in your grade threatened to hurt you at recess. 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 are excited about a new book and want to share about it to your family, but they are currently busy. Act out how you can handle this calmly.
Wait until they are finished, come back later
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 don't like the way your teacher teaches math. Does your School Counselor need to share this with your teacher?
No - Your School Counselor does not need to share this. They may provide strategies to help you communicate with your teacher 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 your older sibling has been hitting you at home leaving bruises on your arms and legs. Does your School Counselor need to share this?
Yes - The School Counselor's job is to keep you safe. If someone is hurting you, they need to share the information so you can be safe at home.
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.
Someone in your class bumps into your desk and knocks everything over. How can you respond?
"Can you help me pick up my stuff?", "Can you be careful next time?"
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.