Basic Facts
Where is Mrs. Nicholas's office located?
Upstairs in between fourth and fifth grade classes. Room A234
Who is the adult in the building that will listen to you when you have a problem?
The school counselors Ms. Nicholas and Mr.Rainey and the social worker Ms. Pickett. (Teachers and Staff at school also can help you with a problem you may be experiencing)
Is it okay 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 Ms. Nicholas what do you do?
Ask your teacher and your teacher will contact Ms. Nicholas. Your parent can call and set up a time too!
Is Ms. Nicholas allowed to tell your teachers and friends what you talked about when you meet with her?
No, the conversation you have with Ms. Nicholas is private.
What can you do if you feel sad?
Talk to an adult like Ms. Nicholas. 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 Ms.Nicholas come and visit your classroom? And name one topic we may discuss.
She comes once a month. Topics include: friendship, responsibility, problem solving, honesty, and acceptance.
Name three things that you may want to talk to a school counselor about?
How to make good choices, help with your feelings, help you become a better learner, help you get along with others etc.
How can Ms. Nicholas 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.
What does the word confidentiality mean?
Keeping things private or not sharing them with others.
Name 3 things you that you can do with Ms.Nicholas when you meet with her?
What is you can talk to her, sit and cool off, draw, color, play games, read stories etc.
How can Ms. Nicholas 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 Ms. Nicholas keeping things confidential?
When you share that you or someone else is in danger or being hurt.
When you go and talk to Ms. Nicholas will she tell you what to do?
No! Ms. Nicholas 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!