What is a School Counselor
What is one thing that a School Counselor does?
Support students with personal, social, emotional, or career development
The adult in the building that will listen to all of your problems or worries is the _________________________.
School Counselor
What can you do if you are feeling sad?
Talk to your School Counselor or another trusted adult, spend time with friends, do something that you enjoy, etc.
Can you see your School Counselor if you're having trouble in school?
Yes!
My School Counselor likes hugs and smiles!
True!
Where is your School Counselor's office located? If you do not know, who can you ask to find out?
Most School Counselor's offices are located in a Counseling Suite. If you are unsure, ask your Teacher or Principal!
(Yes or No) Is your School Counselor allowed to tell your teachers and friends what you talk about in his/her office?
No.
Name some ways to be a good friend.
Be nice, help them, be a good listener, show empathy, etc.
Why is it important to try your best?
You can be successful, it feels good to know that you tried your best, you might surprise yourself and find out that you are really good at something, etc.
I am in big trouble if I have to see the School Counselor!
False!
If you need to see the School Counselor, what do you do?
Visit before school, have your teacher or another adult contact the school counselor, or fill out an "I Need To See The Counselor" form.
Name a time when you may want to talk to your School Counselor.
When there is the death of a loved one, when someone is bullying you, when you are having trouble with friends, when you need help with schoolwork, or if you just want to talk, etc.
Is it okay to get angry?
Yes. It is okay to feel angry, but what is important is knowing the right way to deal with that anger.
How can you be a good listener?
Ask questions, answer questions, look at the speaker, think about what the speaker is saying, keep hands, feet, and mouth quiet, etc.
The only time that you should have contact with your School Counselor is if you have a big problem.
False.
What days of the week is the School Counselor at your school?
EVERYDAY! If after school hours, make sure you check with your School Counselor to ask what to do if it is an emergency.
(Yes or no) If you are dealing with a bully, should you talk to your School Counselor or keep it a secret?
Tell an adult and talk to your School Counselor!
What are some topics your School Counselor may discuss with students during the year?
Bullying, anger, personal safety, mindfulness, communication skills, etc.
How can you be responsible at school?
Bring all of your needed materials to school, do your homework, ask questions, be kind to others, etc.?
Teachers and parents may request that your School Counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True.
When the School Counselor gets a group of students together in her office to talk about a topic, that is called a _________________.
Small-Group (ex: Lunch Bunch)
(Yes or no) If a friend tells you that he/she is being hurt or abused, should you keep that secret or talk to your School Counselor?
Talk to your School Counselor!
Name THREE ways you can relax.
Stress ball, video games, talk to friends, pet your dog, talk to the counselor, etc.
Why is it important to keep your desk and backpack organized?
To be able to find things, so you will not waste time, so that you can be ready to learn, etc.
As soon as you leave a note, the School Counselor will come and get you immediately.
False.