All about Mr. Frank
Where was Mr. Frank born?
Chicago, Illinois (United States)
What is the number 1 reason that students come to see Mr. Frank?
They come because of friendship issues/problems.
True or false: the counselor punishes you if you get in trouble.
False
Where is Mr. Frank's office?
On the second floor near the 2nd grade classrooms (room 151).
Who is the person you should probably speak with first if you have a problem at school?
Your teacher is an excellent person for this.
What is the name of Mr. Frank's favorite baseball team?
The Chicago White Sox!
Mr. Frank keeps student conversations in his office private (confidential). What are the 4 exceptions to this rule?
1. Someone is hurting you.
2. You want to hurt someone.
3. You want to hurt yourself.
4. You give Mr. Frank permission to share with someone else.
True or False: the school counselor helps create a school environment where everyone feels safe and respected.
True
Where is another place that students will see Mr. Frank sometimes, besides his office?
In classrooms teaching special classes related to social-emotional learning.
What is a Phoenix Buddy?
A student who has been at UNIS for a while and is assigned by the homeroom teacher to help a new student through the first couple of weeks at school.
Name at least one of Mr. Frank´s interests in his free time?
Exercise at his gym, read a good book, or metal detecting.
What is a very important job that Mr. Frank focuses on early in the school year?
Working with new students so that they transition to UNIS well, make friends and learn everything they need to know to be successful at UNIS.
True or False: Mr. Frank will tell you exactly what to do when you have a problem or an obstacle to overcome.
False
What are the 4 best times to come see Mr. Frank in his office?
1. Before school, 2. After school, 3. Recess 4. Lunch
Who is the Principal of the UNIS ES?
Ms. Megan Brazil
Name 6 countries where Mr. Frank has lived?
United States, Venezuela, Indonesia, Hungary, Panama, Colombia, Russia, UAE and now Vietnam!
Mr. Frank attends a lot meetings every day. Besides students, with whom does he often meet?
Meetings with your parents, teachers and principals to talk about how to make ES students successful.
True or False: Mr. Frank works with your teachers to help students be successful in the classroom.
True
What should you do if you are in class and want to see the counselor about something important?
Students should ask their teacher for permission to go see the counselor. If the teacher decides that it can't wait until a better time, she/he may grant you permission to go see me.
Who is the first person you should go to if you are on the playground/at recess and a problem or conflict occurs?
Playground monitor/teacher on duty.
What is the name of Mr. Frank's wife and from which country is she?
Ms. Liliana and she is from Colombia.
What is Mr. Frank´s goal with all students?
To guide students to help them overcome obstacles (problems) in their lives.
True or False: Mr. Frank will keep a secret about someone else who is being hurt.
False
What are your 2 options if you go to Mr. Frank´s office and you see that he isn't there or is busy (you will know this by a sign that will say "Meeting in progress. Please do not disturb.")?
2 options:
1. Come back later.
2. Find the paper and pen in a little box next to Mr. Frank's door. Write him a note with your name/HR and put it in the little mailbox just above the box. He will come get you later in the day if there's time.
What city is your homeroom teacher originally from?
correct home city of HR teacher