Meet YOUR Counselor
Counselor Role
Safety
True or False
Ms. Sheryl
100

Who does the aftercare counselor work with?

The counselor is here to support all students, staff, and caregivers. 

100

How can you see your after school counselor 

(Ms. Sheryl)?

1. Ask your teacher for permission first. 2. You can drop a note in the guidance box at the check-in table. 

100

What if your after school counselor isn't available, who do you go to?

Teacher, principal or any other trusted adult.

100

Everything you share with me, I will also share with your teacher.

False. I will only share what you give me permission to share or if you are in danger. 

100

Where was I born and raised?

Jamaica 

200

How many counselors do we have working with MASTR Kids?

2

Ms. Sheryl (You will see her most- Tuesdays/Thursdays) 

Dr. K (You will see her sometimes--especially during the summers)

200

Are you ever in trouble with your counselor?

No, you are NOT in trouble if you come see me.

200

When is Ms. Sheryl available?

Wednesdays and Thursdays during MASTR Kids 

200

If I need to talk, I can just leave class.

False! Always ask for permission and get a counselor pass. 

200

What is one of my favorite things to do? 

Go to the beach 

300

Can I participate in a small group? 

YES! 

I will have sign up sheets for two small groups that you can choose from: 

Dealing with Feelings 

Social Skills 

300

How does a school counselor help you?

Academic: School work, getting organized, time-management, etc.

Personal: Peer-Conflict, issues at home, report inappropriate behavior, trouble with feelings, or good news

300

What is Confidentiality?

It means that your counselor will not tell other people what you say unless:

- You are being hurt

- You might hurt someone else

- You might hurt yourself

300

You can only see a counselor if you have a BIG problem.

False! Most of us have small, medium and big problems but it helps to talk about them.

SMALL: You can typically handle this one yourself, or with the help of a friend. 

MEDIUM: You've tried some strategies but still are struggling.

BIG:  Something unexpected or difficult happened and you have BIG FEELINGS about it!

300

What goal/dream do I hope to accomplish in the near future?

Write a new book

400

My afterschool counselor can help kids with....?

Feelings, Friends, Problem solving, issues at home, time management etc. 

400

Name a reason you might talk to Ms. Sheryl? 

To share good news! 

To share challenges with your self, school, home or friends. 

400

If I check "I have an urgent problem" on my counselor pass, what else should I do? 

Tell my teacher or another trusted adult that I have an urgent problem. 

400

All of my feelings are ok 

True! All your feelings are Ok, we're all learning how  to express our feelings in healthy ways. 

400

What is my favorite color

Blue 

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