Meet the Counselor
What is your school counselor's name?
Mrs. Ebare
Describe where Mrs. Ebare's office is located.
It is across from the MPR by the 3rd grade team.
How can you see the school counselor?
Tell your parents, let your teacher know you would like to see Mrs. Ebare, or leave me a note in my mailbox outside my office. You must have permission from your teacher.
All my feelings are ok?
True! We have so many feelings and emotions. We can learn to name them and work through them.
Does the whole school know about the Zones of Regulation?
Yes, all the teachers know about the 4 different zones, so if that is easy lanugauge to use when you have a big feeling, you can tell a teacher which zone you are in for better understanding.
What is Mrs. Ebare's dog and cat's name?
Milo & Willow
What will I do in the counselor's office?
Depends on what you need. Talk with Counselor about feelings, problems with bullying, grades, study skills, someone is hurting you, you are hurting someone, you are hurting yourself, anger issues, etc.
Who does Mrs. Ebare work with? Name 3.
Students, Parents, Teachers, Principal, Outside Agencies
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.
What are our school colors?
Blue and Yellow
Where did Mrs. Ebare grow up?
Does my counselor only meet with students individually?
No, not only individually but in groups and classroom lessons too.
Name one thing you may see the counselor for:
Feelings/Emotions, Making Good Choices, Stress, worry, friendship, sadness, Test Taking Skills, Organization Skills, Anxiety
Mrs. Ebare expects you to always be in the green zone.
False! The green zone is a great place to be when learning but we know that things happen and sometimes we have other feelings, too.
What is the School Mascot?
Rudy the Roadrunner
Why did Mrs. Ebare choose to be a school counselor?
I enjoy helping others with their different emotions and solving problems.
When can you see Mrs. Ebare?
Any time, but sometimes I might be teaching a lesson, in a classroom, in a meeting, or working with other students. YOU MUST CHECK WITH YOUR TEACHER FIRST TO GET PERMISSION TO SEE THE COUNSELOR.
Are you in trouble if you go to Mrs. Ebare's office?
No, you are not in trouble if you go to my office. I am here to help you manage your emotions not to discipline you. However, we may talk about making better choices in the future.
I can talk to Mrs. Ebare about things that happen at school and at home.
TRUE!
What is the Principal Name?
Mrs. Spivey
How long has Mrs. Ebare been at Northfield?
What does confidentiality mean?
Your information is private. This means what you say to Counselor 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. Ebare fix all of your problems?
No, I can help you work through your problems but YOU are the only one that can choose to work on your problem/situation.
If you are in the red zone, you will be in trouble.
FALSE!
The red zone just means that you have high energy and need a break, rest, to talk it out, or another strategy that works best for you.
How can you earn a ruby?
By following the school rules of being respectful, responsible, ready to learn and acting with integrity at all times.