How Can You See Me?
Where is Ms. Weaver's office?
By first grade pod!
The adults at your school who will listen to all of your problems are called the ________________.
School counselors!
Who do the counselors work with?
Counselors work with students in groups, individually, and in classrooms! We also work with teachers and adults at home.
Ms. Weaver works with over 400 students
True! This school year there are 465 students at Cradlerock
When Ms. Weaver was in the 4th grade, what did she want to grow up to be?
An archaeologist!
If you need to see a school counselor, what do you do?
Make a request during recess or lunch, write a note to the school counselor and drop it in their mailbox, or have my parent/guardian contact the school counselor.
What kinds of things can I talk to a school counselor about?
You can talk to us about anything. We are helpers in the school and can talk about any kind of problem at home, in school, or with your friends. We also LOVE hearing good news too! We want to hear anything you share with us.
Why do we sometimes have lunch with new students?
To help them get to know us, tell them about our job, and introduce them to the school!
As soon as you leave a note, the counselor will come and get you immediately.
False. Sometimes it may take us time to visit. If your situation is an emergency, tell another adult as soon as possible.
True or False: Ms. Weaver was born in Maryland.
False - Tennessee!
What days of the week is the school counselor at my school?
Ms. Weaver is here everyday!
What is "CONFIDENTIALITY"?
Honoring your privacy while keeping the things you discuss between us.
What will we always get from you before telling your teacher something you have shared with us?
Your permission!
Teachers or adults at home may request that the school counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True. Any adult can ask us to check in on you, because we all care.
Which one of these statements is a LIE about Ms. Weaver?
1. I have my black belt in karate.
2. I have had a job where I was paid to catch bumblebees in jars.
3. I had a job as a camp counselor.
I've never worked as a camp counselor!
What do you do when you come to see a counselor and the door is shut?
Knock! Never open the door if it is closed. If no one answers, come back another time.
When do I have to break confidentiality?
If someone is going to hurt you, if you are going to hurt someone else, or if you are going to hurt yourself. Then we will ONLY tell adults who will help us keep you safe.
Which feelings should kids try NOT to feel?
None! Feelings are normal and healthy. Some are more comfortable than others. When feeling get too uncomfortable, counselors can help.
Ms. Weaver is allowed to tell your teacher and friends what you talk about with her.
False! There is only one exception...
What grade were you all in when Ms. Weaver started at Cradlerock?
Kindergarten!
BONUS POINTS! What is the new number for the mental health crisis hotline?
988
True or False: Ms. Weaver works with therapists outside Howard County Public School System
True! I help students and families find the mental health resources they need by providing them with options for therapy in our community, connecting families to resources, working with therapists to support kids, and forming a bridge between home and school supports.
What will Ms. Weaver's new name be at the end of Quarter 1?
Mrs. Arnold!