Role of School Counselors
School counselors:
A. Give consequences
B. Teach lessons in your classroom
C. Grade your work
B. Teach lessons in your classroom
School counselors teach lessons in your classroom on a variety of topics like preventing bullying, friendship skills, managing feelings, empathy, and many more!
True or False
School counselors will share the things you talk about with your friends and classmates.
False
School counselors keep what you say private or confidential. The only exceptions are: if you give permission to share or if you or someone else is in danger of some kind. Then school counselors have to get help.
How can I let my school counselor know I need to talk?
Fill out a counseling request form (on door or QR code)
Ask a teacher, grown-up or staff member
True or False
A school counseling office can be a safe space to calm down and talk about what is bothering you.
School counselors have lots of different calm down tools, fidgets and strategies they can teach students when they are in need. It can also be a safe space to talk about what is on your mind.
True or False
Only students who get in trouble or have big issues visit the school counselor.
Students meet with a school counselor for many reasons. Everyone goes through times in their lives when they need a little help or would like to learn new skills.
True or False
School counselors can fix all problems.
False
School counselors are helpers, not fixers. They can help you solve a problem, find resources to help, teach coping skills or be a listening ear to a tough situation.
True or False
Confidentiality means keeping something private.
True
School counselors will keep what you say in their office private as long as you are not being hurt, you are not hurting someone, or you give permission for the information to be shared.
What are three facts about my school counselor?
She has a son who is 8 years old, Levi
Her last name is Garcia
Her favorite color is purple
She likes to do arts and crafts, go to concerts, make puzzles.
What are three feelings or emotions that a school counselor can help you with?
Grief and loss
Anxiety and stress
Anger
Worries and fears
Sadness
Much more
What is a time a student might need the help of a school counselor?
Big life change
Friendship issues
Family issues
Grief
Struggling with a feeling or emotion
Attendance
Grades
Problem solving
School counselors teach all of the following skills EXCEPT:
A. Friendship skills
B. Coping skills
C. Math skills
D. Study skills
C. Math skills
School counselors do not teach academic subjects. However, we can help you connect with your teachers and find ways to support you with academic subjects.
Why is it important for a school counselor to keep things confidential?
Creates a safe space for students to share
Creates a judgement- free zone
Builds a positive relationship with a trusted adult
Students will feel more comfortable talking to an adult in a time of need
Where is my school counselor’s office?
My school counselor’s office is on the 2nd floor by the 3rd grade classrooms in rom 226
True or False
A school counselor does not teach students about careers.
False
School counselors DO teach students about a variety of careers and how to achieve their career goals. This can help students plan for the future and stay motivated to succeed.
If a student is struggling with stress at school they should?
A. Miss school
B. Stop doing school work
C. Ignore it
D. Talk to a trusted adult
D. Talk to a trusted adult
Talking to a trusted adult like a parent, teacher or school counselor about your stress can help you find coping skills and strategies to deal with stressful situations. There are healthy and unhealthy ways to handle stress and learning the difference is very important.
True or False
School counselors teach lessons in classrooms, lead small groups, and work with students and parents individually.
True
School counselors help teach lessons in classrooms, lead small groups, and work with students and parents individually.
What are the exceptions to a school counselor’s confidentiality?
If someone is hurting you
If you are hurting yourself or others
If you give the school counselor permission to share
True or False
When I fill out the counseling form, my school counselor will immediately come get me.
False
The School Counselor will come and get you as soon as she can. Please don’t fill out the form on her door or on google forms multiple times. Just fill it out once and she will come get you as soon as she can.
You and a classmate are having a conflict. You don’t know how to solve it. It is starting to affect your school work. How can a school counselor help?
Teach conflict resolution (problem solving) skills
Teach friendship skills
Be a listening ear
Provide a safe space for a conversation between you and your friend
What does “trusted adult” mean?
A trusted adult is someone over 18 that you feel comfortable talking to when something is upsetting or bothering you.
Name some examples:
At home -
At school -