School Counseling 1
What is your school counselors name?
Mrs. Henry
True or False: If I am having a problem, the best thing to do is to just walk to her office.
False! Mrs. Henry is here to help you, but is not always in her office. Please have your teacher give me a call or email or fill out the e-form so that I know you need help.
Are you in big trouble if I have to see the school counselor?
Students are not in trouble when they have to see Mrs. Henry.
What can you do if you are feeling sad?
Talk to the school counselor or another trusted adult, spend time with friends, do something that you enjoy, and journal.
Which of the following is false:
A) Your school counselor will listen to you without judgment.
B) If your teacher asks you to visit with the school counselor, it must mean that you are in trouble.
C) Your school counselor works with teachers and parents to better help and support students.
The correct answer is B!
-You can tell Mrs. Henry anything without judgement
- Mrs. Henry works with parents, teachers, administration, and students to help support you
Where is your school counselors office located?
Your school counselor's office is located in the preschool area on the left hand side
True or False? Teachers and parents may request that the counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True! Sometimes we need other people to nudge us into talking to someone. They do this because they care about you.
True or False: Mrs. Henry is available to speak with any student throughout the day.
True: Mrs. Henry is here to help any student that needs her assistance.
Is it okay to get angry?
Yes. Everyone gets angry. It is what you do with your anger that is important.
True or False- Mrs. Henry lectures you about boring things that do not matter.
False! Mrs. Henry teaches you about important topics in fun ways! We will play games, work in groups, and learn important skills that will help you this year
True or False? Your school counselor only helps students who are dealing with major problems like a death in the family or parents divorcing.
False. The school counselor is there for all students to help them navigate through not just small, medium, and big sized problems, but also loves to celebrate the good things happening in students’ lives too!
Mrs. Henry will tell your teacher and friends what you talk about in her office.
False! What you tell Mrs. Henry will stay with her unless you are in danger, someone else is in danger, or you give her permission to share with others. This is known as confidentiality.
Ture or False: When you talk to your school counselor, they will keep your information private and confidential unless -you are being hurt, -you want to hurt yourself, -you want to hurt someone else, or -you give permission to share.
True: This is called CONFIDENTIALTY.
True or False: Mrs. Henry will only meet with students the teacher asks her to.
False: Mrs. Henry meets the needs of all students.
Name 3 problems Mrs. Henry might be able to help a student with.
Any appropriate answer.
True or false: Your school counselor can take away all your problems
False, but talking about your problems or feelings can help you to feel better. She can also help you with ways to cope.
True or False? Your school counselor will always tell your parents, teacher and/or school principal what you talk about with them.
False. Your school counselor will only share information with others if -you are being hurt, -someone else is getting hurt, -you want to hurt yourself…or you give permission to share. The school counselor might also encourage you to communicate important information to people who can support you.
Why is it important to attend school every day?
To make sure you don't miss anything, and to develop healthy social skills.
What is confidentiality mean in school counseling?
To keep a secret unless someone is hurting you or you want to hurt yourself, or someone else.
Also, if you give me permission to share with someone else.
True or False: Mrs. Henry will meet with only the kids who are in trouble.
False! Mrs. Henry wants to help ALL students strive academically, socially, and emotionally- She is not the principal!
If you need to talk with your school counselor, what can you do?
-Ask your teacher if they can help you set up an appointment to see your school counselor.
-Use the online link to let Mrs. Henry know that you would like to see her.
- Catch Mrs. Henry and tell her that you need to talk.
Name a reason why a student may not need to visit the counselor.
Explain why that reason shouldn't stop them from seeking guidance or what they could do to solve that problem.
Any appropriate answer.
Why is it important to always try your best?
So you can be successful, it feels good to know that you tried your best.
True or False: Being organized is an important skill to be successful in school and at home?
Why?
True: It's important so you can quickly find things, and makes you the student ready to be engaged in class.
True or False: Mrs. Henry can also help me with physical needs if your family is not able to- like tennis shoes, food, or school needs.
True! Mrs. Henry will make sure that you have the things that you need to be healthy and happy.