Why see a school counselor?
Students normally see a school counselor when they have a ___________________ .
Problem or conflict
What does Mrs. Stewart do to help promote positive behavior at school?
Parliament, classroom lessons, and create bulletin boards.
What is confidentiality?
Keeping conversations between people private. Not telling others what was said unless......
What is one fun fact about Mrs. Stewart?
1. Loves to travel (Went to Germany),
2. From Texas,
3. Has 2 grandchildren and one on the way.
4. Has a ferret
What does it mean to be a "STAR" student?
Stay Focused
Try your best
Act Safely
Respect all
True or False: I see my school counselor if I am feeling bored and want to get out of class.
False
Name 2 things school counselors do to help students.
Talk to students individually, classroom lessons, small groups, talk with teachers, talk with parents or other staff
Besides the students, I also work with _________ and __________.
staff and parents
How long has Mrs. Stewart been at Valley School of Ligonier?
This is the third school year.
Last year we learned about Empathy, what does it mean to show empathy?
Empathy means understanding how another person is feeling in a given situation - Putting yourself in someone else's shoes.
Name 2 problems a student might have that the counselor can help with.
Problems- at home, with friends/other students, schoolwork, behavior, anxious feelings
Are school counselors in charge of discipline?
No
My grandma went to the hospital this past weekend and I am feeling upset about it. Is this something I can see the school counselor about?
Absolutely.
Where did Mrs. Stewart live (City and State) before moving to Pennsylvania?
Galveston/Santa Fe Texas
What are coping skills? Give an example of a coping skill.
Coping skills are strategies or activities that we can do to help deal with or manage our big feelings. Taking deep breaths, talking to a trusted adult, and drawing are all examples of coping skills.
How do I set up a time to meet with Mrs. Stewart?
Ask your teacher or parent to send Mrs. Stewart an e-mail or give her a call to see if she is available.
Do school counselors ever work with other school counselors?
Yes! I regularly collaborate with other school counselors in the area.
What does the SEL in SEL Counselor stand for?
Social Emotional Learning
What are Mrs. Stewart's favorite types of movies?
Action and Comedies
Last year we read a story called "A Bad Case of Stripes" What happened to Camellia? What is the moral of the story?
Camellia wanted to be like everyone else. She loved lima beans, but when she told her friends that she loved lima beans- they made fun of her. Each time, she tried to fit in, Camellia received a stripe.
You are Unique! Be who you are meant to be.
True or False: Mrs. Stewart is only here to help with problems going on at school, not at home.
Super False!
I keep forgetting to turn in my homework because I lose my papers or forget them at home. Is this something Mrs. Stewart can help me with?
Yes. We can work on organization skills.
What are the 4 exceptions to confidentiality?
Someone is hurting you.
You want to hurt someone.
You want to hurt yourself.
You give me permission to share.
What are Mrs. Stewart's favorite teams?
(Baseball and Football)
Houston Astros, Seattle Sea Hawks
What Core Value does "Well-Grounded Confidence" fall under? What does it mean?
Cultivate Wellness
Confidence is the feeling of having a belief in yourself and your abilities, and the willingness to act on that belief. It can also be described as a feeling of certainty or assurance.