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What is your school counselor's name?
Mrs. Ogden
The adult in the building that is available to listen if you have a problem or are worried about something, is _________________________.
the school counselor
What can you do if you are feeling sad?
Talk to the school counselor or another trusted adult, spend time with friends, do something that you enjoy, etc.
Can you see the school counselor if you're having trouble in school?
Yes.
My counselor is excited to have a new class of students.
True or false
True!
Where is the school counselor's office located?
(yes or no) Is Mrs. Ogden allowed to tell your teacher and friends what you talk about in her office?
No.
Name some ways to be a good friend.
Be kind, help them, be a good listener, show empathy, etc.
Why is it important to try your best?
It feels good to know that you tried your best, you may find new opportunities/open doors for yourself, 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! Counselors are not involved in discipline. If we are at a disciplinary meeting, we're there as a support to you, your advocate!
If you need to see the school counselor, what do you do?
Visit before school, have your teacher or another adult contact the school counselor, or email Mrs. Ogden that you'd like to meet.
Name some times when you may want to talk to the school counselor.
When you are having trouble focusing on your school work due to some difficult or uncomfortable emotions (i.e. someone is being unkind to you, something upsetting happened in or outside of school, you don't know how to handle an academic concern)
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.
How can you be a good listener?
Look at the speaker, think about what the speaker is saying, keep hands, feet, and mouth quiet, ask & answer questions, etc.
The only time that you should have contact with the school counselor is if you have a big problem.
True or false
False, counselor are here to support you and make your middle school experience as positive and smooth as possible.
What days of the week is the school counselor at your school?
EVERYDAY!
If you are experiencing unkind behavior, should you tell an adult or keep it a secret?
Tell an adult.
What are some topics will be discussing this year?
Goal setting, stress management, organization, the importance of kindness, etc.
How can you be responsible at school?
Bring all of your needed materials to school, do your homework, ask questions, be kind to others, etc.?
Teachers and parents may request that the counselor invite a student in for an individual meeting or check-in.
True or false
True.
When the school counselor gets a group of students together in her office to talk about a topic, that is called a ________ ________.
Small Group
(yes or no) If a friend tells you that he/she is being hurt or abused, should you keep that secret?
No, please tell someone.
Name THREE ways you can relax.
Fidgets (like a stress ball), talk to friends, pet your dog or cat, take a walk, breathe, talk to the counselor, etc.
Why is it important to keep your materials and backpack organized?
To be able to find things, so you will not waste time, so that you can be ready to learn, etc.
As soon as you email or ask your teacher to reach out to the school counselor for you, the counselor will come get you immediately.
False.