General
The location of the school counselor's office
Down the hall across from the garden
OR
Behind Principal Smith's office
The person in the school that will listen to your problems is called the _____________ ____________.
School Counselor
Is it okay to get angry?
Yes! It is what you do when you are angry that can be good or bad.
Can you see the school counselor if you are having a hard time in school?
Yes! The school counselor can help you with problems in school; academic, social and emotional
How many children do I have?
I have two sons.
Gavin is 10 and Liam is 5.
What is classroom guidance?
When I teach your whole class about character traits such as responsibility, respect, and kindness. I also teach about acceptance, controlling your emotions and test taking skills.
Will the school counselor tell your parents, teachers or friends what you have told her?
NO! The school counselor keeps all of your information confidential (private) except if:
You are in danger of being hurt
Someone else is in danger of being hurt
You give the school counselor permission to share
Name 3 acceptable things you can do if you are feeling a negative emotion such as anger, sadness, frustration or worry.
Talk to a trusted adult
Take deep breaths
Exercise
Squeeze something soft
Read
Listen to music
How can we be good listeners in class?
Be whole body listeners:
Look with your eyes
Think with your brain
Listen with your ears
Keep your hands and body still
Turn your voice off
What is my favorite color?
Pink and Teal
When a counselor gets a few students together to talk about a specific topic that is called _________ counseling.
Group Counseling
What are some reasons you might want or need to talk to the school counselor?
Friendship issues
Family problems
Strategies to deal with anger
Loss of a loved one or pet
Someone has hurt your or someone else
You need someone to listen to you
To share a joy or success
Name 3 ways to be a good friend
Be a good listener
Be helpful
Encourage
Give a complement
Be happy for them in their successes
Invite them to sit with you at lunch
Include the person in activities
Invite the person to play
Be a good sport
Show respect
Name 2 ways to study for a test
Study a little bit each day
Study with a friend
Make flashcards
Ask a family member to quiz you
What do I enjoy doing with students?
I love reading books for students!
Having lunch groups, teaching students new things and learning things about you.
I love seeing and hearing great things you and your classmates are doing.
Name 3 things a school counselor does.
Listen Teach
Help Encourage
And so much more!!!
What is bullying?
Hurting someone physically, emotionally or socially over and over again and on purpose.
Name 3 people you can talk to if you have a problem with a friend or classmate
Teacher
School Counselor (Mrs. Smith)
Administrator (Ms. Holli)
Parent
Grandparent
Aunt/Uncle
Sibling
Why is it important to be organized?
Saves time
Reduces stress
Saves space
Saves money and resources
Keeps your focus on learning
How long have I been a school counselor?
How long have I been at Itasca?
This is my 5th year as a counselor!
1st year as an Itasca Wampus Cat!
How do I inform the counselor that I need to speak to her?
Tell the counselor in person
Tell you parent
Tell your teacher
Fill out a counselor request form
If a friend tells you he/she is being hurt, abused or bullied should you keep it a secret?
No! You should tell a trusting adult right away - counselor, teacher, administrator or parent.
What is the Golden Rule?
Treat others the way you want to be treated
Why is it important to have a positive attitude toward school and learning?
A positive attitude leads to positive outcomes
If you think you can, you can
Growth mindset
If you think positively you feel positive. If you think negatively, you feel negative.
What do I like to do when I am not at school
Spend time with my family.
Go camping.
Listen to music.