What does the School Counselor do?
What Can the School Counselor Help With?
Who Does the School Counselor Talk To?
Will I see the School Counselor?
About Mrs. Schmitter
100

True or False 

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. 

100

True or False? 

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. 

100

True or False 

The school counselor talks to teachers and other staff at school.

True 

Yes! We all work together as a team to support students. 

100

True or False 

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. 

100

True or False 

The school counselor has 2 kids.

False

One son named Caleb

200

True or False 

The school counselor meets with students individually and in small groups. 

True 

I meet with students and small groups in my office. We work on lots of different things!

200

True or False 

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!

200

True or False 

The school counselor talks to only 3rd graders.

False 

I talk with ALL students! 

200

True or False 

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)

200

Does the school counselor like sweet or salty foods?

Sweet and salty. I love chocolate with nuts especially, peanut M & M's

300

True or False 

The school counselor teaches reading and writing. 

False 

Your amazing classroom teachers are here to teach those important skills! 

300

True or False 

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.) 

300

True or False 

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. 

300

True or False 

I made a poor choice and put my hands on someone in PE. The teacher will send me to the school counselor.

False 

Our Dean of Students, Mrs. Justesen, will meet with you about your choice. You will likely follow-up with the school counselor later to discuss what you can do differently in the future.

300

Where is the school counselor's happy place?

Hawaii

Maui is my favorite island in Hawaii.

400

True or False 

The school counselor helps in the lunchroom and at recess time. 

True and False

Not on the daily, but you may see me in the lunchroom saying hi to students or on the playground getting to know students. (Not actually a part of my role as the school counselor)

400

True or False

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!

400

True or False 

The school counselor will tell all of my business that I share with her in her office.

False

I will never discuss what you share with me unless you give me permission or it will cause harm to yourself, or others.

400

True or False 

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. 

400

True or False 

The school counselor was a former high school coach.

True 

Mrs. Schmitter coached track and cheerleading

500

True or False 

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! 

500

True or False 

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!

500

True or False 

The school counselor sometimes talk with helpers OUTSIDE of school. 

True 

Sometimes I talk with the police, therapists, social workers, and doctors. 

500

True or False 

I am having some strong feelings and uncomfortable thoughts. The school counselor could help!

True 

Yes, these are great topics for us to talk about. I am here to help you if you, or know someone who is having these thoughts. 

500

What NFL team is the school counselor's favorite? 

I love the Steelers!