All About Your School Counselor
Spell your counselor's name
Ms. Ruckdashel
True or False: School Counselors do not like to help students.
False
True or False: I am in big trouble if I have to see the school counselor?
False
What can you do if you are feeling sad?
Talk to the school counselor or another trusted adult, spend time with friends, do something that you enjoy, and journal.
What is the name of our school?
Alliance Charter Elementary School
True or False: You can come to the school counselor office to escape boring class/worktime.
False
True or False: Teachers and parents may request that the counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True
True or False: Ms. Ruckdashel teaches guidance to your class every week.
False
Is it okay to get angry?
Yes. Everyone gets angry. It is what you do with your anger that is important.
What is our principal's name?
Ms. Naparella
What sport does your counselor coach?
Girl's Wrestling
Yes or No: Ms. Ruckdashel is allowed to tell your teachers and friends what you talk about in her room.
No.
What are some ways to be a good friend?
Use respectful language, be a good listener, be kind, include them in activities.
True or False:The School Counselor will only meet with our whole class or an individual student?
Mrs Ruckdashel also does small group counseling.
How many students are in our school?
Around 200 students
What days of the week is Ms. Ruckdashel at my school?
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday morning, Friday
Name some times when you may want to talk to the school counselor.
If there is a death of someone you love, arguments with friends, feeling sad or lonely, school work.
Why is it important to attend school everyday?
To get better grades, develop social skills and friendships, avoid getting into trouble, having a better chance of graduating from high school
What is confidentiality?
What is keeping things secret unless someone is hurting you or you want to hurt yourself.
What are the first 4 words of our school song
a learning school community
Alliances Allstars are.... (3 things)
Respectful, responsible, safe
How can you be responsible in school?
Pay attention in class, do you classwork, ask questions when you don't understand, turn in your homework.
How can you be a good citizen at ACE?
1. No talking over/interrupting
2. No bullying
3. Be kind
4. Confidentiality/No gossip
Why is it important to keep your workspace, locker and backpack organized?
To be able to find things, so you will not waste time, so that you can be ready to learn.
How many core teachers are in the building?
11