Your School Counselor
Why see a school counselor?
Problem Solving
What does a school counselor do?
General
100

Who is your School Counselor?

Mrs. Staton-Joyner

100

True or False- A School Counselor can help students with school, friendships and their feelings. 

True-Counselors support students‘ academic, social-emotional and personal development. 

100

What is one thing you can do when you have a problem?

  • Stop and take a breath.
  • Stay calm.
  • Think about what happened.
  • Identify the problem.
  • Take a moment before reacting.
  • Talk to someone about it. 
100

School counselors teach students social skills to help them make good ________________ .

choices.

100

What is confidentiality?(Privacy/Private)

Confidentiality means that when you talk to the school counselor, they keep what you say private—unless they need to tell a trusted adult to help keep you or someone else safe.

Confidentiality means that when you talk to the school counselor, they keep what you say private—unless they need to tell a trusted adult to help keep you or someone else safe.

  Examples:

  1. You tell the counselor you are feeling sad.
    → The counselor keeps your conversation private.
  2. You share a friendship problem.
    → The counselor does not tell everyone at school.
  3. You tell the counselor about something embarrassing.
    → The counselor treats your information with respect and keeps it private.
200

How many years has Mrs.Staton-Joyner been at Northwest Elementary?

This is Mrs. Staton-Joyner’s 4th year at Northwest Elementary School. 

200

Are you ever in trouble when you go to see the school counselor?

No, we talk about the problem and how to work on it. 

200

What can you do if you and a friend disagree?

  • Talk calmly.
  • Listen to your friend.
  • Take turns talking.
  • Use kind words.
  • Ask an adult for help.
200

Name some things school counselors do to help students.

  • Listen to students
  • Help with feelings and emotions
  • Help solve problems
  • Help with friendship issues
  • Help with bullying
  • Teach coping skills
  • Help students make good choices
  • Help set goals
  • Help with school success
  • Lead classroom lessons
  • Lead small groups
  • Check in with students
  • Help students who are worried or upset
  • Connect students and families with resources
  • Help students feel safe and supported
200

What are some feelings you might talk about with your counselor?

  • Happy
  • Sad
  • Angry
  • Worried
  • Scared


300

True or False:  Mrs. Staton-Joyner is the only school counselor at NWE. 

True 

300

Name 2 problems a student might have that the counselor can help with.

  • Sadness
  • Worry or anxiety
  • Anger
  • Friendship problems
  • Bullying
  • Big emotions
  • Family problems
  • School problems
  • Low self-esteem
  • Adjusting to a new school
  • Grief or loss
  • Trouble solving problems
  • Making good choices
300

If someone hurts your feelings, what is a good choice you can make?

  • Tell them how you feel by using “I” statements.
  • Walk away.
  • Use calm words.
  • Ask them to stop in a positive way. 
  • Talk to a trusted adult.
  • Take a break to calm down.
300

Are school counselors in charge of discipline or giving consequences?

No

300

Where is My Room Located?

On the 4th and 5th Hall (Right Across from the girls Bathroom) 

400

True or False: Mrs. Staton-Joyner only meets with student that make not so good choices. 

False:  Mrs. Staton-Joyner can meet with all students for celebrations, if something is going on personally, academic reasons, home life situations or if you are making not so good choices and need help working on it. 

400

How do you get to see the school counselor?

  • Asking your teacher to let the counselor know you would like to talk.
  • Telling a trusted adult at school.
  • Asking your parent or caregiver to contact the counselor.
  • The counselor may also invite you to meet for a check-in
400

What should you do if you do not know how to solve a problem?

  • Ask a trusted adult for help.
  • Ask a teacher.
  • Ask the school counselor.
  • Talk to a parent or caregiver.
  • Explain what happened and ask for help.
400

What does a school counselor do when a student is feeling sad, worried, or angry?

  • Talk about their feelings
  • Help them calm down
  • Teach coping strategies
400

True or False:  I work with students in small group, classroom and individual settings. 

True


500

What grades levels does Mrs. Staton-Joyner work with?

Pre-K - 5th Grade

500

Will I get to see the counselor right away?

Maybe, but not all the time.


500

Why is it important to think before you act when you have a problem?

  • It helps you make a better choice.
  • It can prevent the problem from getting worse.
  • It helps you stay calm.
  • It helps you think about consequences.
  • It helps keep everyone safe.
  • It gives you time to choose a good solution.
500

What is the main goal of a school counselor?

  • Help students succeed
  • Support students' well-being
  • Help students feel safe
  • Help students solve problems
  • Help students reach their goals
500

What should you remember if you are having a problem at school?

  • Ask for help
  • Talk to a trusted adult
  • Talk to the school counselor 
  • Talk to your parent or guardian 
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