About Mrs. Harmon
Number of children
One
You are in a fight with a friend. How can Mrs. Harmon help?
Mrs. Harmon can provide peer mediation to help friends talk thing out and work out their problems.
Define and give an example of Kindness
Define: acting with understanding, generosity and care
Example: _____
You feel like you might throw up. Who do you go to?
School nurse or front office.
What is confidentiality?
Keeping conversations between people private. Not telling others what was said unless absolutely necessary.
Number of ducks on the farm
9!
Your feeling angry and want to lash out. What can Mrs. Harmon do to help?
Mrs. Harmon can provide a safe space to express feelings and big emotions, then work out a solution together.
Define and give an example of respect
Define: seeing value in all people and things & treating them with care
Example: __________
Your stressed out about math. Who do you go to?
Your teacher or the school counselor.
What are the four exceptions to confidentiality?
*Someone is hurting you. *You want to hurt someone. *You want to hurt yourself. *You give me permission to share.
State from which Mrs. Harmon moved
Texas
A group of students are dealing with the same issue. What can Mrs. Harmon do to help?
Provide small group counseling
You see a student throw trash on floor and walk away. How can you show responsibility in this situation?
Take action by picking up the trash and throwing it away
You've been caught doing the wrong thing. Who do you go to?
The principal's office.
How do I report something without other students knowing about it?
Fill out a referral form, come see me, or email.
Three things growing on our farm
pears, apples, orchard, pumpkin patch, raspberry patch, mushroom garden, vegetable garden, ducks, bees
Your family has no food or electricity at home. How can Mrs. Harmon help?
Mrs. Harmon can connect families with community resources to help (water, food, clothing, medical, etc).
What does showing gratitude look like?
Words (i love you, thank you, your may favorite), actions (helping out), writing a letter, etc.
You have strong feelings and want to punch a wall. Who do you go to?
Your school counselor.
How do I set up a time to meet with Mrs. Harmon?
Send an email, fill out a referral form, or drop by my room. I will do my best to get with you ASAP.
What would Mrs. Harmon be if not a counselor?
A farmer!
Do you have to be going through a major crisis to see your counselor?
No! Counselors support ALL students whether they need a lot or a little help.
How can you show empathy toward a student who is struggling.
Notice/observe, ask open ended questions, active listening, reflect their feeling, hold off on solutions
Your family need help. Who do you go to?
Your school counselor.
What do you do if your having an emergency or crisis?
Don't wait! Tell a teacher, go to the office or see Mrs. Harmon immediately.