Your School Counselor
Who is your school counselor?
Ms. Linderer
Students normally see a school counselor when they have a ___________________ .
Problem, conflict, or just need someone to listen.
The counselor is an advocate for only students? True or False
False, she supports parents, teachers, and students
School counselors teach students social skills to help them ________________.
Make healthy decisions and prepare for the future.
What is confidentiality?
Keeping conversations between people private. Not telling others what was said unless......
What does Ms. Linderer loves to do that you will never guess?
Gaming on her PS4 and Nintendo Switch!
Are you ever in trouble when you go to see the school counselor?
No
Counselors teach coping skills to help handle?
Strong emotions
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
Where is Ms. Linderer’s office?
Located in the main office
Name 2 problems a student might have that the counselor can help with.
Problems- at home, with friends/other students, schoolwork, behavior, anxious feelings
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).
Are school counselors in charge of discipline?
No
Where is another place to submit confidential problems and concerns for the counselor?
Our schools website under the Cares reporting tool or schedule an appointment with counselor
How long has Ms. Linderer been a school teacher and Counselor?
Going on 39 amazing years!
How do I set up a time to meet with Ms. Linderer
Fill out appointment slip and drop it off at the the main office. Mrs. Linderer will call me down once he is has the time.
Can you come to Ms. Linderer if your family has needs for food or other resources?
Yes!
Do I ever work with other school counselors?
Yes! I regularly collaborate with other school counselors in our district.
True or False: I work with students in small group, classroom and individual settings.
True
What competition has Ms. Linderer won several times?
Several Cooking BBQ
Do you only see the counselor if your having a major crisis? T or F
False. Always here to support
What others ways can Ms. Linderer help you with your emotions?
Talking it through, breathing exercises, fidgets, and various other ways.
When we get to 8th grade, what is something that Ms. Linderer helps with?
Picking and getting into high schools.
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.