True/False
If you see the school counselor, you're in big trouble.
False! We never discipline. We will talk about how to learn from our mistakes, though.
What is your school counselor's name?
Miss Martin
(+5 pts to anyone who can name the other PreK-2 counselor...)
When the school counselor gets a group of students together to talk about a topic that's called a ____ circle.
Friendship circle
What is the name of our principal?
Mr. Szyndler
What is your school counselor's favorite sweet treat?
Reese's *Fast Break
School Counselors don't like helping students.
False! We love helping students. Our job is amazing because of you!
How many days is the school counselor at school?
5 Days -- Monday through Friday
The bulletin board in the Counseling Department has characters from the Disney movie called "_________" on it.
Inside Out
What are our school colors?
Red & Black
What is your school counselor's dog's name?
(Hint: It's a Marvel villain)
Loki
School Counselors only talk to students if they are going through something really major like their parents divorcing or a loss in the family.
False! We can help students through problems that are small, medium, or large in size and love celebrating the good things that are happening in your lives, too!
How can you see your school counselor?
*Have your teacher fill out a referral form and wait for me to get back to you ASAP
*Stop me in the hallway, at lunch, at recess, or before/after school. Tell me your name and what's going on.
Short, encouraging statements that help people deal with negative thoughts, feelings, and situations are called ______ affirmations.
positive affirmations ("I am enough.")
What is our school mascot?
The Redmen
What is your school counselor's favorite Disney movie?
RATATOUILLE
You can talk to your school counselor about emotional, academic, or social issues happening at home or school.
True! We know school isn't always easy, but, we're here to help.
Where is the school counselor located in the school?
Inside the School Counseling Offices down the hallway from the cafeteria (by the nurses office)
Taking a walk or practicing deep breathing are examples of ______ skills.
coping skills
How many grades are in the school?
8 (including PreK)
What is your school counselor's favorite animal?
Your school counselor will keep what you talk about in her office to herself unless someone is hurting you, you are hurting yourself, you want to hurt others, or you give her permission to share.
True! This is called confidentiality.
What is the theme of your school counselor's office?
Nature! You can see it if/when you come visit me.
______ is putting yourself in another person's shoes and understanding how they may be feeling.
Empathy
How many students go to Fostoria Elementary School?
Where did your school counselor go to school?
BGSU