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What is your school counselor's name?
Mrs. Doyle
The adult in the building that is with you for all three years of middle school _________________________.
Your School Counselor, Mrs. Doyle
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, your counselor is here to support you academically, emotionally and socially.
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. Doyle allowed to tell your teacher and friends what you talk about in her office?
No, not without your permission.
Name some ways to be a good friend.
Listen, be supportive, help problem solve, 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?
Stop by before school, have your teacher or another adult contact her, email Mrs. Doyle yourself 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), you have a question or need help and don't know who to ask for support
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.
Which two core academic teams does Mrs. Doyle work with this school year?
Innovators & Inventors
If you share with a teacher or Mrs. Doyle that a friend was unkind to you, Mrs. Doyle or your teacher will definitely speak to your friend about the concern? Yes, no or maybe
Maybe, we'll problem solve together and come up with a solution that you are comfortable with (and that may be you addressing the concern directly with your friend).
Name 3 ways you can relax...
Breathe, go for a walk, play/pet your animal, listen to music, read, talk to a friend or trusted adult, visual something that makes you happy, play with a fidget, draw
How can you be responsible at school?
Bring all of your needed materials to school, do your homework, charge your chromebook, 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.
WIS has PRIDE and WMS has SOAR. What does SOAR stand for?
Safety, Ownership, Attitude & Respect
(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.
Why do you think it's important to build relationships with your classmates, teachers and support staff at school?
Why is it important to keep your materials and backpack organized?
So you are able to find things, so you will not waste time, make it to your classes on time, have needed materials for class, 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.