Risk
Can I talk to Ms. Dennison about GOOD NEWS?
YES! I am here to help AND celebrate with you!
Where is the counseling office located?
Near the nurse's office on the primary hallway / make your first right down the main hallway
If you have told someone to stop bothering you and they continue to, what should you do?
I message or other problem solving skill.
If it continues, report to teacher,
Which of these examples is NOT showing respect for learning?
A) Turning in work on time
B) Raising your hand to ask for help
C) Getting out of your seat and walking around
C) Getting out of your seat and walking around
When I see the school counselor, I am in trouble.
False, you are NEVER in trouble when you see the school counselor. Ms. Dennison helps you so that you can make safe choices for yourself and those around you. (ex: feelings, problem solving, peer conflict, etc.)
If you need to see Ms. Dennison, you can...
A) Run down to her office and demand to be seen immediately
B) Open her door and walk right in
C) Leave a note, or let an adult know you have an emergency
C) Leave a note, or let an adult know you have an emergency
What do you need to try before writing a request to see the counselor note?
Problem solving skills (ignore, I-message, talk it out, coping skills).
What can you do if you feel mad?
Take deep breaths, ask your teacher to go to the calming corner, count to 10, remind yourself that it is ok to feel mad
Asking for help, paying attention during instruction, and doing your best in class are all examples of which of the 4 Rs?
Respect for Learning
As soon as you leave a note, the counselor will come and get you immediately.
False, Ms. Dennison will do her best to see you within the week that you fill out the form and place it in her mailbox.
What is bullying?
Bullying is when someone keeps being mean on purpose to another person, and it happens again and again. It can be with words, actions, or leaving someone out. Bullying is unfair because the person being bullied feels like they can’t stop it.
What does confidentiality mean?
Everything you tell the school counselor will stay between you and her, she won't tell anyone UNLESS you are harming yourself, someone is harming you, another student is being harmed, or you give her permission to share.
Someone calls you a loser at recess and you feel upset. As soon as you come inside, should you write Ms. Dennison a note?
No, you can ignore this. If it happens multiple times, you need to tell an adult when the issue happens, NOT LATER
Taking time to use coping strategies, taking care of yourself, and trying your best are all examples of which of the 4 Rs?
Respect for Myself
Teachers or parents/guardians may request that the school counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True
What is NOT a reason to see Ms. Dennison?
A small issue (a one time argument with a friend, someone called you a name once)
Name some times when you may want to talk to the school counselor.
The death of someone you love, arguments with friends, feeling sad or lonely, if you have a problem that you need help solving, need help making friends, etc.
Your friend made a joke about you that you didn't think was funny. How can you resolve this problem in a respectful way with your friend?
Speak to them one on one and use an "I" statement: "It made me feel ________ when you did/said________. Next time I would like if you would________." / responses vary
Smiling at others in the hallway, sitting with someone who needs a friend, showing good sportsmanship, and saying goodbye to others are all an example of which of the 4 Rs?
Respect for Others
Ms. Dennison only helps students who are dealing with major problems like a death in the family or parents divorcing.
False. The school counselor is there for all students to help them navigate through not just small, medium, and big sized problems, but also loves to celebrate the good things happening in students’ lives too!
What is your school counselor's name?
Ms. Dennison
If a friend tells you a secret that he/she is being harmed by someone else, should you keep that secret?
No, tell a trusted adult in school.
Sometimes people are uncomfortable by things you say or do, but they may not speak up. What is an example of something someone might do with their body language if they are uncomfortable
Their eyes are looking down and not at you, They turn their body away from you, their eyebrows are furrowed, their fists are clenched, their leg is shaking, their body is stiff, etc.
Paying attention to your surroundings, like flushing the toilet and washing your hands when in the bathroom, picking up trash, and being gentle with technology, are are all examples of which of the 4 Rs behavior?
Respect for property
You can tell your school counselor anything, and she will keep it confidential (she won't tell anyone).
False! The school counselor has to report it if you tell her that someone is hurting you, you are hurting yourself, or you are hurting someone else.