What does a School Counselor do?
Problems, Problems, Problems
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About the School Counselor
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What are some topics that I may teach to you in your classroom? Name 2.
Bullying, study skills, getting along with others (conflict resolution), careers, personal safety, differences, peer pressure, goal setting
100
What kind of problems can you talk to a school counselor about?
Friendship problems, family problems, bullying, study skills, stress, feelings, when you are scared of feeling unsafe at home or at school.
100
How many counselors do we have at the Littlefork - Big Falls School?
one
100
What does having good attendance mean?
It means to be here and be on time, unless you are very sick (fever or throwing up), or someone has passed away in your family. Vacations are not excused absences!!
100
What is my name?
Mrs. Williams
200
Why would you come to see a school counselor individually?
Having difficulty at home, school, with family, with friends, someone is bullying you or making you feel unsafe.
200
What is an emergency?
An emergency is when you are being threatened or hurt at home or in school by someone, you lost a family member, something has happened to make you extremely upset (besides a friendship problem), or you are scared for your safety.
200
Who do you give your slip to when you want to come talk to me?
Mrs. Siltman
200
What can you do to make sure you make good grades this year? Name two things.
Pay attention in class, complete all your school work and homework, follow directions, listen, study for tests, be organized. BE HERE!
200
What do I like to do?
Hunt Fish Spend time with friends and family Spend time outside Go to work Shop
300
What kinds of small groups does a school counselor lead?
Groups for study skills, self-esteem, family support, friendships.
300
How do you get to talk to me individually when you have a problem?
Ask your teacher to see me or fill out a slip and give to Mrs. Siltman.
300
Where is my office?
In the main office behind Mr. Bachmeier and Mrs. Siltman's office.
300
What should you do if you are ever feeling unsafe in any way at home or at school?
Tell an adult who you trust.
300
What can I help you with at school?
Problem solving
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Name one other thing a school counselor does besides teaching classes and talking to students individually.
Lead small groups, talk to parents and teachers, help with staff support groups, run school wide programs, run tutoring program.
400
What is another way you can solve a friendship problem besides talking to the school counselor?
You can talk it out with a friend, ask another adult for help like your teacher, apologize if you need to, share, take turns, compromise, negotiate a plan, move away from someone who is bothering you, use firm words, ignore, or be friendly.
400
How many years have I been your School Counselor?
Going on ...10!!
400
Your teacher might make you see the school counselor as a punishment? True or False
False
400
Do I have any children?
YES! NAME ONE
500
Who do School Counselors help?
Everyone!
500
What is confidentiality?
Confidentiality means that everything we talk about is private, that means it stays between you and I. The only times I may have to break confidentiality is if you have hurt someone, or are threatening to, if someone is hurting you, or if you are hurting yourself. I will let you know if I have to call your parents first.
500
What do you do if I am not in my office, and you need to speak with me individually?
Fill out a slip and give to Mrs. Siltman. If it is an emergency, then tell your teacher you would like to see me.
500
What is one way that a school counselor is different from your teacher or principal?
School Counselors teach you about your emotions, how to get along with others and different life skills. Teachers teach you what you need to know academically to graduate! Principals play a role in student discipline.
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What grades do I talk to each year?
PreK-12th grade
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