Meet the Counselor
What is your school counselor's name?
Mrs. Bender
Describe where Mrs. Bender's office is located.
In the pre school hall at the very end of the hall, room 1!
How can you see the school counselor?
Tell your parents, let your teacher know you would like to see Mrs. Bender, or fill out a pass and give it to your teacher.
All my feelings are ok.
True! We have so many feelings and emotions. We can learn to name them and work through them.
Does Mrs. Bender have any pets
One fat orange cat!
What will I do in the counselor's office?
Depends on what you need. I talk with students, play a game or use other tools to support students, and sometimes you might just need a calm, quiet space to help you reset and calm down.
What grades does Mrs. Bender work with?
Kindergarten through 8th Grade
If I need to talk, I can just leave class.
False! You must ask your teacher. We will work to find a time to meet. If it is an emergency please let the teacher know.
Where did Mrs. Bender grow up?
Memphis!!
Does my counselor only meet with students individually?
No, I meet with students in groups and classroom lessons too.
Name one thing you may see the counselor for
Lots of different answers here.
Feelings/Emotions, Making Good Choices, Stress, worry, friendship, sadness, Test Taking Skills, Organization Skills, Anxiety....
The counselor will judge me.
FALSE!
Why did Mrs. Bender choose to be a school counselor?
I enjoy helping others and I want everyone to know emotions are ok!
What does confidentiality mean?
It means what you say in my room is not shared with anyone else. Unless it is something that might cause harm to yourself or another person.
Am I in trouble if I go to Mrs. Bender's office?
No, you are not in trouble if you go to my office. I am here to help you manage your emotions not to discipline you. However, we may talk about making better choices in the future.
I can talk to Mrs. Lindsay about things that happen at school and at home
TRUE!