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What is your school counselors name?
Mrs. Scott
This term refers to when something private is shared with someone else, and the other person agrees not to disclose the private information with anyone else
Confidentiality
This term refers to when a person makes it known how they wanted to be treated, spoken too, what's acceptable, what's ok or not, etc.?
Boundaries
Can you see the Counselor if you are having trouble with your schoolwork?
Yes.
True or False: Middle School Counselors help prepare you for high school
True!
Where is the school counselor's office located?
In the Library
(Yes or No) Is Mrs. Scott allowed to tell your teacher and friends what you talk about in her office?
No.
Name some ways to be a good friend.
Treat them how you want to be treated, help them, be a good listener, include them with your other friends
Why is it important to try your best?
You can be successful, it feels good to know that you tried your best, you will impress other people, you might surprise yourself and find out that you are really good at something, etc.
I am in big trouble if I have to see the school counselor!
False!
If you need to see the school counselor, what do you do?
Request a pass on Smartpass
Name some times when you may want to talk to the school counselor.
When there is the death of a loved one, when someone is bullying you, when you are having trouble with friends, when you need help with schoolwork, etc.
Is it okay to get angry?
Yes. It is okay to feel angry, but what is important is knowing the right way to deal with that anger.
What is one way to be a good listener?
Ask questions, answer questions, look at the speaker, think about what the speaker is saying
The only time that you should have contact with the school counselor is if you have a big problem.
False.
This is Ms. Scott's favorite color?
Orange
In situations like this, the Counselor may have to break the confidentiality agreement, or share something that was shared with the Counselor in private
If someone is hurting you. If you/someone else is going to hurt another person. If you/someone else is going to hurt yourself/themselves.
Name 2 topics we will be discussing this year
Bullying, Collaborative Thinking, Careers Planning, Goal Setting, Conflict Resolution, Self Esteem
What's one way you can be responsible at school?
Bring all of your needed materials to school, do your homework, ask questions, be kind to others, be honest even if you make a mistake, etc.?
Teachers and parents may request that the counselor invite a student in for an individual counseling session.
True.
True or False: Mrs. Scott loves Hot Cheetos
False
Yes or No: If a your bestfriend tells you that he/she is being hurt or abused, should you keep that secret?
No!
Name THREE ways to avoid conflict.
Walk away. Avoid spreading gossip. Surround yourself with positive people. Respectfully address issues directly with the person involved. Avoid addressing issues of conflict in large groups. Think about your response before responding
Name two things that you can do to stay organized?
Put class/homework in designated folders. Write down homework assignments. Develop daily routines to help remember things, etc.
As soon as you request to see the Counselor, the Counselor will come and get you immediately.
False.