Your School Counselor
Why see a school counselor?
More about your School Counselor
What does a school counselor do?
General
100

Who is your school counselor?

Mrs. Stewart

100

Students normally see a school counselor when they have a ___________________ .

Problem, conflict, or just need someone to listen.

100

The counselor is an advocate for only students?  True or False

False. We support students, parents, and teachers.

100

School counselors teach students social skills to help them ________________.

Make healthy decisions and prepare for the future.

100

What is confidentiality?

Keeping conversations between people private.  Not telling others what was said unless......

200

What animal comes to school with Mrs. Stewart?

Ferret - Bandit

200

Are you ever in trouble when you go to see the school counselor?

No

200

Counselors teach coping skills to help handle...

Strong emotions 

200

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

200

School counselors can help you figure out what you want to be when you grow up. T or F?

True!

300

Where is the counselor's office located?

Diagonal from Mrs. Barton's room and across from the mural.

300

Name 2 problems a student might have that the counselor can help with.

Problems- at home, with friends/other students, schoolwork, behavior, anxious feelings

300

What  is "venting"?

A way to cope with stress/negative emotions by telling someone about what happened or is happening. 

give free expression to (a strong emotion).

300

Are school counselors in charge of discipline?

No! Never!

300

The school counselors will tell you exactly what to do when you have a problem. T or F?

False

400

What is Mrs. Stewart's favorite type of food? 

Mexican - Steak and Shrimp (wrapped in bacon)

400

How do I set up a time to meet with the school counselor?

Let your teacher know - she/he will email or call me.  

400

Can you come to the counselors for any reason?

Yes!

400

Do we ever work with other school counselors?

Yes!  We regularly collaborate with other school counselors in our district.

400

The school counselors will tell your teachers and other school staff members everything you've said. T or F?

False.  Unless you permit for me to talk to them for you.


500

What is Mrs. Stewart's favorite movie?

Harry Potter

500

Do you only see the counselor if you are having a major crisis? T or F

False. We are always here to support you!

500

What others ways can the counselors help you with your emotions? 

Talking it through, breathing exercises, fidgets, and various other ways.

500

School counselors keep secrets if you or someone you know is being hurt. T or F?

False. If you or someone you know is being hurt your school counselors legally have to inform other adults so that we can help keep everyone safe.

500

 What are the exceptions to confidentiality?


Someone is hurting you.

You want to hurt someone.

You want to hurt yourself.