Meet the Counselor
What is your school counselor's name?
Extra 100 point question. Number of years Mrs. Smith has been a counselor at Garfield?
Mrs. Smith
3 years
Describe where Mrs. Smith's office is located.
Next to the conference room.
Across from the gym.
How can you see the school counselor?
Tell your parents, let your teacher know you would like to see Mrs. Smith or fill out a form stating you need to see her.
All my feelings are ok? True or False
True! We have so many feelings and emotions. We can learn to name them and work through them.
How many new teachers and teacher helpers came to Garfield this year?
3 new teachers and 2 teacher helpers
During the school day where are some places that you can find your school counselor besides the school counseling office?
Hallway, Cafe, Gym, Playground, Classroom, Office
What will I do in the counselor's office?
Depends on what you need. I talk with students, play a game or use other tools to support students.
What grades does Mrs. Smith work with?
All grades - Kindergarten through 5th
If I need to talk, I can just leave class?
False! You must ask your teacher. We will work to find a time to meet. If it is an emergency please let the teacher know.
Who does Mrs. Smith work with? Name 2
Students, Parents, Teachers, Principal, Nurse, Outside Agencies
How many children does Mrs. Smith?
Wynter and Tre'
Does my counselor only meet with students individually?
No, I meet with all students in a classroom for a lesson. I can meet with small groups.
Name one thing you may see the counselor for.
Lots of different answers here.
Feelings/Emotions, Making Good Choices, Stress, Worry, Friendship, Sadness, Test Taking Skills, Organization Skills, Problems at home or school....
Mrs. Smith expects you to do your best EVERY day!
TRUE! She want you to be your best self that you can be.
Who works in the front office?
Ms. Angie and Ms. Brena
Why did Mrs. Smith choose to be a school counselor?
She enjoys helping others and she wants everyone to know emotions are ok!
When is Mrs. Smith available?
She will always try to be available but sometimes I might be teaching a lesson, in a classroom, in a meeting, or working with other students.
Are you trouble if you go to Mrs. Smith's office?
No, you are not always in trouble if you go to my office. I am here to help you. However, we may talk about making better choices in the future.
I can talk to Mrs. Smith about things that happen at school and at home
TRUE! She is always here to support you.
What did Mrs. Smith do before she became the school counselor?
She was a 2nd grade teacher.
What is Mrs. Smith's favorite color?
Purple
What does confidentiality mean?
This means what you say in the counselor's office is private and will not be shared with others unless:
You are being hurt, You might hurt someone else, you may hurt yourself, or you give counselor permission.
Can Mrs. Smith fix all of your problems?
No, I can help you work through most of your problems but YOU are the only one that can choose to work on your problem/situation.
You can only see Mrs. Smith if it's a BIG Problem.
False! We can work through big and small things. And what may seem small to some, may be big to others and vise versa. I also like to celebrate with you when you have positive things happen!
How many student bathrooms are there on the second floor?
2