Locations
What classroom are the school counselors in?
Room 21
What is one word we use to describe how we feel, such as happy, sad, or angry?
What is an emotion?
What does the F stand for in FINS?
Focused
A student tells the school counselor that they are feeling sad because they had an argument with their best friend. The counselor listens and keeps the conversation private.
What is confidentiality?
The School Counselor tells you exactly what to do when you have a problem.
False.
What room is the nurse's office in?
Room 13
What is one thing you can do when you feel angry or frustrated to help calm your body?
What is taking deep breaths, counting, or taking a break?
What does the I stand for in FINs?
Independent
A student tells the counselor, “Sometimes I think about hurting myself.” The counselor explains that they need to get help from trusted adults because keeping the student safe is most important.
What is a limit to confidentiality?
School counselors ONLY meet with “Bad Kids”
False
What room is the Thinkery in?
Room 16
Your friend looks sad and is sitting alone. What could you do to show that you care?
What is asking if they are okay, listening, or inviting them to play?
What does the N stand for in FINS
Nice.
Before talking with a student, the counselor says, “Most things you tell me are private, but if you or someone else might get hurt, I may need to get help.”
What are the limits of confidentiality?
The school Counselor will tell you what you should be when you grow up.
False
If you lost a jacket, where would you find it on campus?
Lost in Found by the Front Door of the School.
Two students want to use the same toy. What is a fair way they could solve the problem?
What is taking turns, sharing, or talking about a solution?
What does the S stand for in FINS?
Safe.
A student tells the counselor something private. Later, the teacher asks, “What did the student tell you?” The counselor does not share private details and only shares information that is needed to help the student.
What is protecting a student’s privacy?
The school counselors talk about you to everyone at school.
False
Where is the Shark Island Located?
Room 30
You are very angry and want to say something mean. What SEL skill can help you stop, think, and choose a better response?
What is self-management or responsible decision-making?
If you follow the FINS way, what do you get?
Shark Fins.
A student tells the counselor, “Someone is hurting me at home.” The counselor explains that they need to tell another trusted adult who can help keep the student safe.
What is getting help when a child may be unsafe?
The school counselors help you explore skills and teach you about possible careers.
True.