Your School Counselor
What is your School Counselor's Name?
Ms. Mitchell
When I see my school counselor I can tell her about?
Problems at home, in school, in the neighborhood, etc.
Or..
When I want to share something exciting or something I accomplished! I enjoy a good story!
Will I visit your classroom?
Yes! I will come to your class and teach a guidance lesson once a month!
School Counselors help kids solve their
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ s!
Problems
True or False
I play basketball and I am a Basketball Referee
True! I love basketball!!
How long have I been a School Counselor? More than a year or less than a year?
Less than a year
Name two problems a kid may have that they will want to see a School Counselor.
Death of someone they are close to, family issues like a divorce, upset with a friend, bullying, feeling lonely or having trouble making friends etc.
Bullying, Friendship skills, Test taking strategies, making good choices, careers, etc.
School Counselors do more than with students. Name two things that you think a school counselor does in addition to working with students...
Talk to Parents, Problem Solve with Teachers, Principals and other staff, Work on a committee, Run meetings etc.
True or False
Each school has a School Counselor.
True! Every school in Washington County now has a school counselor
I played what sport in college?
Soccer, Softball, or Basketball?
Basketball
How do you see a School Counselor?
Ask you teacher, Write me a note, Ask your parent to contact me.
How will I expect you to behave when I am in your room?
I will expect you to be respectful, be responsible, and be ready to learn!
School Counselors do not work with other School Counselors.
False!
We work with other school counselors in our county as well as other counties.
True or False
Will I have fun with school counselor.
True! We will have so much fun together this year!
What other school am I split with?
Potomac Heights
Will I get to see you right away?
Yes, No, or Depends?
Depends.. On if it is a real emergency I will see you as soon as possible. If not, I will make sure I see you before the end of the day.
Classroom lessons are supposed to help students make good _ _ _ _ _ _ _ in school, at home, and in the community.
Choices
How many kids do I work with at once?
Any number is correct! But It varies. A small groups (3-4), Individually (1), and in a classroom (10+)
True or False
Can I trust Ms. Mitchell with my secrets?
TRUE.. You can trust me with your secrets UNLESS you want to hurt or harm yourself or others. Then I have to let our principal and your parents know so we can be keep you and others safe!