Meet Your Counselor
What is my name?
Mrs. Schulte
What grades does the school counselor work with?
Kindergarten-6th grades
Where is the school counselor's office located?
Right by the front doors across from the main office.
If I need to talk to my school counselor, I can just leave class.
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Name one thing your school counselor does NOT teach.
Lots of answers here- math, reading, science, social studies, music, P.E., art, etc.
Does the school counselor only meet with students individually?
No, I meet with students in groups too as well as classroom lessons.
I can talk to my school counselor about problems at school AND home.
True!
How many years have I been a counselor?
7
Do I go to the counselor's office if I get in trouble?
Nope! You are not in trouble if you come to my office.
Does the counselor only see students one time?
No, students can visit me as often as they need to.
My school counselor tells others what I say in her office.
False! Everything said in my room is confidential unless we decide we want to involve someone else or it involves ones of the exceptions.
What college in Iowa did I attend?
Iowa State University
Can the counselor fix all of your problems?
No. I can help you work through your problems, but you are the one in charge of you.
When is the school counselor available?
It depends on the day! When I'm not in a classroom, a meeting, or working with other students I try to make myself available.
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 you trust and who will listen. That might be a parent, teacher, coach, etc.
Do I prefer mountains or beaches?
Mountains
Name 1 thing you might see your school counselor for.
Lots of possible answers here; breaks, friendship help, stress, sadness, worry
What should I do if my school counselor isn't available?
Write a door note, or tell your teacher you want to talk to me.
If I need to talk to my school counselor, but her office door is closed I can just walk in.
False. If my door is closed it is for a reason. I might be on a phone call, helping another student, meeting with a teacher, or not even in my office at all.