True or False
School Counselors will meet with you whether your problem is big or small?
True - The School Counselor is here to help with small, medium, or big problems.
When you tell someone something personal and they keep it private (similar to a secret).
Name 2 different emotions?
Happy, sad, angry, frustrated, anxious, upset, calm, annoyed, stressed.
Name something you enjoy doing with your friends
Sports, art, activities, talking, studying laughing, etc
What is the Midvale mascot
Mustangs
School Counselors are the only people you should talk to about your problems?
False - If you are having a problem, you should talk to an adult who will listen. That might be a parent, neighbor, teacher, coach etc.
You tell your school counselor that another student in your grade threatened to hurt you at lunch. Does your counselor need to share this?
Yes - This is a safety concern and someone could get hurt. My number 1 job is to keep all students safe.
Name a coping skill you can use when you are angry?
Take a deep breath, walk away, get a drink of water, talk to an adult.
Name 1 one way to be a good friend
Be kind, say nice words, include other, be helpful, be a good listener, ask them questions.
Where is the counseling office?
Across the hall from Pre-K; near the Mustang room, etc
The only time you will work with the School Counselor is when you have a problem?
False- I enjoy spending time with students and having fun. I am involved in many activities in the school and also lead the Transitions Ambassador students.
You tell your School Counselor that you don't like the way your teacher teaches a class. Does your School Counselor need to share this with your teacher?
No - Your School Counselor does not need to share this. They may provide strategies to help you communicate with your teacher to let them know how you feel.
You might feel this way if....
The person next to you won't stop tapping their desk.
Irritated/Annoyed/Frustrated
Why does talking about your feelings or problems help?
Talking about your feelings or problems can help you feel better or solve a problem.
Name a coping skills you can use at school
Taking a break, Counting to 10, listening to music, petting your animals, reading, drawing, talking with an adult, journaling,
Can the School Counselor can fix your problems?
False- The School Counselor can help you think about different ways to solve or cope with your problems. YOU are the only one that can choose to work on a problem.
You tell your School Counselor that your older sibling has been hurting you and making you feel unsafe. Does your School Counselor need to share this?
Yes - The School Counselor's job is to keep you safe. If someone is hurting you, they need to share the information so you can be safe at home.
You might feel this way if....
You did something you knew was wrong.
Guilty/Ashamed
Name one way we can be responsible at school?
Attendance, bring all your materials, be kind to others, be honest when you make a mistake, be helpful to others.
Name one of the counselors at Midvale
Ms. Schieman, Dr. Dix or Ms. Deutsch
I'm in trouble if I go see the school counselor
False
Name one thing your school counselor cannot keep confidential?
If someone is hurting you, you are going to hurt someone else, or you are hurting yourself.
You might feel this way if...
You trip in front of the class.
Embarrassed/Upset
Name one way you can be a good listener?
Look at the person that is talking, ask questions, answer questions, think about what the person is saying, keep hands, feet, mouth quiet, etc.
Name one of your favorite things about Midvale
So many things!