Scheduling
Access
Social Emotional
Meet the Team
Services
100
Who does scheduling?
Grade Level Counselors
100
How do I sign-up to see a counselor?
There is a link to the Student Services Check-in on your Counselor's Schoology page.
100
What are some common issues students and school counselors talk about?
Peer conflict, difficult emotions, reporting concerns about other students
100
Who is the 6th grade counselor?
Ms. Bloomer
100
True or False?
The Student Services Team offers small groups for academic support, friendships, and positive school culture.
True
200
Can I change my schedule AFTER the start of a quarter/semester?
No. We ONLY change schedules for errors (after a quarter/semester has started).
200
When will my counselor contact me if I need them?
Most times, between 1:30 and 3:30 unless scheduled for another time.
200
What is the difference between snitching/tattling and reporting?
The intent behind snitching is to get someone else in trouble. Reporting is when you are genuinely concerned about someone's safety.
200
Who is the 7th grade counselor?
Mr. Janas
200
True or False?
The Student Services Team works with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
True
300
Can I change my schedule BEFORE the start of a quarter/semester?
Sometimes. Two week rule; appropriate reason; AND if there are openings.
300
Who can I contact if I'm worried about someone?
During school hours: Contact your grade level counselor or school psychologist.
Outside of school hours:
300
What is the difference between bullying and conflict?
Bullying = repeated targeting behavior; difference in power
Conflict = issue between 2 or more people; same power
300
Who is the 8th grade counselor?
Ms. Rogers
300
True or False?
Counselors do classroom lessons
True
400
Can I change my teacher?
Nope. You'll love them all!
400
Do counselors share what I talk about with other people?
Confidentiality allows privacy, but there are times we need to share.
400
How do I handle gossip?
Think before you speak. If you wouldn't say it to their face, don't say it behind their back.
400
Who is the School Psychologist?
Mrs. Magda
400
True or False?
If my parent wants me to see a therapist, I can go see my school counselor instead.
False. School counselors are not therapists, but they are trained to provide school support.
500
How are my exploratories chosen?
6th grade: you'll rotate through them all
7th and 8th grade: your counselor referred to your registration choices
500
What are the exceptions to confidentiality (times a counselor would share what I say)?
Harm to self
Harm to others
Someone harming you
You give permission
500
How do I handle rumors?
Assume it is not true. If you didn't hear it from the source, the story DEFINITELY changed.
Don't pass the rumor along!
500
What is the name of our department?
Student Services Team
500
True or False?
Mrs. Magda (our School Psychologist) works with all grade levels.
True