Basic Facts
Where is Mrs. McCloud's office located?
By the library
Who is the adult in the building that will listen to you when you have a problem?
The school counselor, Mrs. McCloud. (Teachers and Staff at school also can help you with a problem you may be experiencing)
Is it ok to feel angry?
YES! Everyone has feelings and feelings are healthy, it is what you do when you feel angry that is important.
If you would like to come and see Mrs. McCloud what do you do?
Ask you teacher for a request form, fill the form out and turn it in to the mailbox by her office or go to the main office if its urgent.
Is Mrs. McCloud allowed to tell your teachers and friends what you talked about when you met with her?
No the conversation you have with Mrs. McCloud is private.
What can you do if you feel sad?
Talk to an adult like Mrs. McCloud. She can help you discover find tools like drawing a picture, exercising, listening to music...or other things that help to make you feel good!
How often does Mrs. McCloud come and visit your classroom? And name one topic we may discuss.
She comes twice a month. Topics include: friendship, responsibility, problem solving, honesty, managing feelings, and careers.
Name a three things that you may want to talk to a school counselor about?
How to make good choices, help you with your feelings, help you become a better learner, help you get along with others etc.
How can Mrs. McCloud help you if you having a problem with your friends?
She can help you think about the problem, help you come up with possible solutions, help you find the best solution and talk to your friend with Mrs. McCloud.
What does the word confidentiality mean?
Keeping things private or not sharing them with others.
Name 3 things you that you can do with Mrs. McCloud when you meet with her?
You can talk to her, sit and cool off, draw, color, play games, read stories etc.
How can Mrs. McCloud help you become the best student you can be?
She can help you get organized, help teach you good study skills, help you with time management.
What are the exceptions to Mrs. McCloud keeping things confidential?
When you share that you or someone else is in danger or being hurt.
When you go and talk to Mrs. McCloud will she tell you what to do?
No! Mrs. McCloud will not tell you what to do, rather she will help you think about what you want, and the different choices you can make.
Does going to see the counselor mean that you are in trouble?
NO!!! The counseling office is a safe place for you to come when ever you have something on your mind or something you need help with!