My School Counselor
What is one fun fact about Mrs. Stewart?
1. Loves to travel (Went to Germany),
2. From Texas,
3. Has 2 grandchildren and one on the way.
4. Has a ferret
True or False: I see my school counselor if I am feeling bored and want to get out of class.
False
As soon as I leave the counselor's office, Mrs. Stewart calls my parents and tells them everything I said. True or False?
False. I ask for your permission to call your parents first.
Name 4 positive qualities that a good friend may possess.
Honest, Caring, Kind, Loyal, Friendly, Polite, Funny, Nice, Shares, Trustworthy, Respectful, Responsible, Cheerful
What are the four Valley Core Values
Cultivating Wellness
Seek Wisdom
Embrace Integrity
Build Community
When do you have guidance lessons?
On Day 1 of the rotation.
School Counselors only work with kids who are in trouble. True or False?
False. School Counselors are here to work with ALL students to help them be the best version of themselves.
There is a boy in my class who keeps pushing me on the playground. I tell Mrs. Stewart about it but don't want her to say anything to anyone yet. Will Mrs. Stewart keep that a secret? Why or Why not?
No, I will not keep that a secret. Someone is being hurt and it will be reported and addressed.
Johnny will not stop teasing me and I am crying about it every day after school. Who should I talk to? A) Ms. Stewart B) My teacher C) My parents D) All of the above
D- All of the above. Any of these people can help you but we can't help until we know about it, so don't be afraid to talk.
What does it mean to be a "STAR" student?
Stay Focused
Try your best
Act Safely
Respect all
Who can ask the school counselor to talk with you? A) Your parent/guardian B) Any teacher in the school. C) You D) All of the above
D) All of the above! Your parents/guardians or teachers may ask me to talk with you!
My grandma went to the hospital this past weekend and I am feeling upset about it. Is this something I can see the school counselor about?
Of course it is!
I am having an argument with my friend. Mrs. Stewart is going to call that friend in and make me talk to them. True or False?
False. I am not going to force to do anything, but it may be advised in order to help the situation.
My friends and I keep getting into arguments at recess and when I get back to class, that is all that I can think about. I have tried to solve the problem on my own already but nothing has changed. What should I do?
Let your teacher know what is happening or that you'd like to talk to Mrs. Stewart. They will help you solve the problem.
Last year we learned about Empathy, what does it mean to show empathy?
Empathy means understanding how another person is feeling in a given situation - Putting yourself in someone else's shoes.
How do I let my counselor know I need to meet with her?
Talk to your parent or teacher, they will get in contact with me.
When you see me in the hall or at recess, let me know.
I keep forgetting to turn in my homework because I lose my papers or forget them at home. Is this something Mrs. Stewart can help me with?
Yes. We can work on organization skills.
What are the three reasons Mrs. Stewart would have to tell someone else what we talked about?
If you are planning to hurt yourself or someone else, or someone is hurting you.
Sometimes Mrs. Stewart meets with a few students in a ____________ that want to work on learning the same skills.
Group
Last year we read a story called "A Bad Case of Stripes" What happened to Camellia? What is the moral of the story?
Camellia wanted to be like everyone else. She loved lima beans, but when she told her friends that she loved lima beans- they made fun of her. Each time, she tried to fit in, Camellia received a stripe.
You are Unique! Be who you are meant to be.
What does a School Counselor do?
Teaches class lessons and meets with students individually or in groups to help them with friendships, and anything going on at home, school, etc.
When I leave Mrs, Stewart's office, all my problems will be solved and I will be happy! True or False?
False.
Confidentiality means
I do not tell anyone what we talk about unless our other rules apply or if I have your permission.
Name three ways to calm down when you are feeling angry or frustrated.
1. Breathing exercises
2. Talking to a trusted friend or adult
3. Walk away
4. Mindfulness
What are coping skills? Give an example of a coping skill.
Coping skills are strategies or activities that we can do to help deal with or manage our big feelings. Taking deep breaths, talking to a trusted adult, and drawing are all examples of coping skills.