How can Mrs. White help?
Office Stats
True or False?
Expectations & Information
About the Counselor
100

If we meet individually, what is something that might happen during that meeting? 

We would TALK, problem solve, discuss feelings/emotions, and I would be there to listen. 

100

Where is my office this year? 

In Room 144 (in the second/third grade hallway)

100

TRUE OR FALSE? School counselors only help kids who are always in trouble or if there is something wrong with them? 

FALSE: School counselors are here for every single student. Seeing the school counselor does not mean anything is wrong with you at all!

100

Name one way you can request to speak with Mrs. White? 

Ask one of your teachers or fill out a counselor request form. 
100

Where did I live before moving back to Tennessee? 

Texas

200

What kind of small groups does a counselor lead? 

Groups for study skills, friendship, relationships in and outside of school, anxiety, self-control, self-esteem, etc. 

200

Who do I share an office with? 

Mrs. Carter-Our school social worker

200

TRUE OR FALSE: As soon as you leave or note or ask your teacher to see me, I will come and get you immediately. 

FALSE

200

What are our most important expectations in guidance? 

We remember to SOAR.
We are kind, respectful, safe, open & ready to learn, and responsible. 

200

How many kids do I have? 

One 

300

Why would you see the school counselor individually? 

Having difficulty at home, school, with family, with friends, someone is bullying you or making you feel unsafe. Or maybe you just want a space to talk about things you are feeling and add to your toolbox. 

300

How do you know where to find me? 

There is a clip sign outside of my door that will let you know if I am in my office or not.

300

TRUE OR FALSE: Teachers or parents may request that the school counselor invite a student in for a check-in. 

TRUE

300

Using SOAR, how would you show RESPECT during a guidance lesson? 

Using kind words, raising your hand to speak, raising your hand for permission to leave. 

300
How many pets do I have? 

Two cats--Mickey and Minnie 

400

What should you do if you are ever feeling unsafe in any way at home or at school? 

Tell an adult you trust. 

400

What days of the week am I at school? 

Monday-Friday

400

TRUE OR FALSE: The only time you should have any contact with the school counselor is when you have a big problem. 

FALSE

400
Using SOAR, how would you show OWNERSHIP during a guidance lesson? 

Accept responsibility for yourself, accepting feedback from your peers/teachers, and following the classroom rules.

400

What is my FIRST name? 

Lauren

500

Name at least three things we might learn about this year. 

Bullying, friendship, problem solving, goal setting, careers, safety, conflict resolution, and more!

500
Am I allowed to tell your teacher and your friends what we talked about in my office? 

No

500

TRUE OR FALSE: You can tell your school counselor anything, and she will keep it confidential. 

FALSE: The school counselor is required to report if you share someone is hurting your or someone else. 

500

Why is it important to have good attendance? 

Being here and being on time, unless you are really sick or there is an emergency, is important for your learning. If you miss a lot of school, it can sometimes be hard to catch up on things you missed. 

500

What did I do before I became a counselor? 

I was a fifth grade teacher for 10 years. 

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