School Counselor Info
Ms. Dowling
What is your school counselors name?
True or False: School counselors do not like to help students.
False!
True or False: I am in big trouble if I have to see the school counselor?
False! Students are not in trouble when they have to see Ms. Hall.
False. Your school counselor's office is located next to Mr. Cuba's alcove.
True or False: Your school counselors office is located in the main office?
True or False? Teachers and parents may request that the counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True!
True or False: Ms. Hall is available to speak with any student throughout the day.
True: Ms. Hall is here to help any student that needs her assistance.
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 any kind of issue school-related or family-wise!
True or False.? Ms. Hall is allowed to tell your teacher and friends what you talk about in her office.
False! What you tell Ms. Hall 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.
What days of the week is the counselor at my school?
Monday- Friday. As long as school is open!
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.