What does the School Counselor do?
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The school counselor will be teaching social emotional lessons in your classroom.
True
I teach SEL lessons in your classroom as needed. We talk about emotions, empathy, problem solving, safety, and bullying.
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I will talk with the school counselor when I am in trouble.
False
The School Counselor does not meet with students to deliver consequences. Often we meet to problem solve or reflect on a situation.
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The school counselor talks to teachers and other staff at school.
True
You bet! We all work together as a team to support students.
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I had an argument with a friend at recess and we cannot work through it on our own. The school counselor could help!
True
Conflict resolution is a tough skill and takes practice. It is helpful to have an adult, like me, work through it with you both.
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Your School Counselors Love Dogs
True
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The school counselor meets with students individually and in small groups.
True
I meet with students and small groups in my office (224A). We work on lots of different things!
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I will talk with the school counselor if I have a conflict with a friend or classmate.
True
Friendships can be tricky and I am here to help!
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The school counselor talks to only 3rd graders.
False
I talk with ALL student! But, I am the School Counselor Lead for 3rd-5th Grade.
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I twisted my ankle in gym today. The school counselor could help!
False
The school nurse will help check on your ankle. Health concerns go through our nurses office. (including stomach aches and headaches)
The Midvale mascot is......
Mustangs
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The school counselor teaches reading and writing.
False
Your amazing classroom teachers are here to teach those important skills!
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I will talk with the school counselor if I have concerns at home or outside of school.
True
I am here to support all parts of your life, including home (parents, siblings, friends, etc.)
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The school counselor talks with parents or guardians.
True
Sometimes having parents or guardians know and understand how their student is feeling is important to make things better.
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I made a poor choice on the bus and received a bus report. The school counselor could help!
True
Mr. Barron might follow-up with you about consequences but your counselors can talk about ways to make better choices
I might have this feeling if I trip in front of the class
Embarrassed or upset
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The school counselor helps in the lunchroom and at recess time.
True
No, but you may see me in the lunchroom saying HI to students or on the playground getting to know students.
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I will meet with the school counselor if I cannot figure out my math assignment.
False
I like math, but your classroom teacher would be your best helper!
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The school counselors talks with other helpers INSIDE the school.
True
We might work with teachers, administration, and other staff to support our students
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My friend told me some things I am concerned about. The school counselor could help!
True
Having worries about friends is a great topic for us to chat about. We want ALL students to feel safe and cared about.
The school counselor will keep everything I say private.
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False
There are sometimes where a school counselor might need to talk to someone, in the event that a student is feeling unsafe or safety is an issue
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The school counselor supports students with feelings, emotions, problems, concerns and anything that is important to the student.
True
I am here to help you all succeed!
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I am having lots of big feelings (worry, anger, fear, sadness) and the school counselor will listen to my concerns.
True
That is why I am here! I love talking about feelings and we ALL have them!
Name a time of day when the counselors sometimes have groups of students come to their office
Lunch Bunches!
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I am having some strong feelings and uncomfortable thoughts. The school counselor could help!
True
Our top priority is your safety
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Your School Counselor will solve all your problems
False