Informational
The adult at your school that will listen to all of your problems is called the ________________.
school counselor
Name two things you can do if you're feeling angry.
talk to the school counselor, keep a diary, talk to a friend, take deep breaths, try some yoga poses, count to ten to relax, walk away from whatever is making you angry
False
Name one state (other than Ohio) that your counselor has visited.
Florida, Michigan, Texas, Hawaii, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Indiana, New York, Tennessee, Virginia, Illinois
Where is the counselor's office located?
downstairs, across the hall from the gym
Name two qualities of a good friend
being kind, a good listener, respectful, funny, helpful, supportive, etc.
The only time that you should have any contact with the school counselor is when you have a big problem!
False
What is your school counselor's first name?
Emillee
Name two reasons you may want to talk to the school counselor.
if there is a death of someone you love, arguments with friends, feeling sad or lonely, being bullied, having trouble with school, problems at home etc.
Name 5 feelings (other than happy, mad, sad)
Hurt, Lonely, Scared, Angry, Frustrated, Excited, Embarrassed, Anxious, Surprised, Depressed, Bored, Ecstatic, Sleepy, Calm, Confident, Disgusted, Guilty, Jealous, Worried, Panicked etc.
Teachers or parents/guardians may request that the school counselor invite a student in for individual or group counseling.
True
What is the name of your school counselor's dog?
Millie
Name two people the counselor may work with to help students
parents/guardians, teachers, other counselors, HOPE mentors, administrators, school psychologist
What is the difference between someone being mean and someone being a bully?
Someone who is being mean is doing something on purpose to hurt you once or twice, someone who is being a bully will do something on purpose to hurt you over and over again.
The past, what other people think, people's feelings, mistakes other people make, how others behave are all things that I CAN control.
False.
You can control: your choices, your reactions, your boundaries, your actions, your thoughts, your behavior, whether or not you ask for help
How many kids does your school counselor have?
4
*200 BONUTS POINTS IF YOU CAN NAME ALL 4*
What does the word confidential mean?
to keep secret
What are some examples of some grounding techniques that can be helpful if you're feeling anxious?
Deep breathing or square breathing, distraction, 5 senses game, observation
You can tell your school counselor ANYTHING, and she will keep it confidential!
False.
*100 BONUS POINTS (PER REASON) IF YOU CAN LIST THE THINGS THAT CAN'T BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL*
What is your school counselor's favorite flavor of ice cream?
Moose Tracks