What does a counselor do?
True or False: School counselors only help kids who are always in trouble or if there is something wrong with them.
FALSE: School Counselors are here for every single student. Seeing the school counselor does not mean anything is wrong with you!
What kind of problems can you talk to a counselor about?
Friendship challenges, family challenges, bullying, study skills, stress, feelings, when you are scared of feeling unsafe at home or at school, when you have something to celebrate, ANYTHING :)
Where is my office this year?
By Mrs. Horstman's & Miss Kennedy's room.
What should you do if you are ever feeling unsafe in any way at home or at school?
Tell an adult who you trust.
What is my name?
Miss Eischeid
Name at least three things we might learn about this year.
Bullying, friendship, problem solving, setting goals, careers, personal safety, ourselves, study skills, conflict resolution, and so much more!
What is an emergency?
An emergency is when you are being threatened or hurt at home or in school by someone, you lost a family member, something has happened to make you extremely upset (besides a friendship problem), or you are scared for your safety.
Where do you put your slip that you fill out to come and talk to me?
In my black box, outside my door.
At Pleasant hill, we care for... (3 things)
Ourselves, others, and our environment.
How many kids live in my home?
One for now :)
Name three things a school counselor does.
Small groups, meets with individual students, teaches classes, collaborates with adults and teachers.
How do you get to talk to me individually when you have a problem?
Ask your teacher or parent to send me an email, ask your teacher for a slip, fill it out, and put it in my box.
When we are respectful we,
Use tools the way they are supposed to be used, listen when others are talking, use kind language, listen to directions
What does having good attendance mean?
It means to be here and be on time, unless you are very sick (fever or throwing up), or someone has passed away in your family.
In my free time, I like to...
Read, travel, spend time with friends and family, hike
Why would you come to see a counselor individually?
Having difficulty at home, school, with family, with friends, someone is bullying you or making you feel unsafe.
What is another way you can solve a friendship problem besides talking to the counselor?
You can talk it out with a friend, ask another adult for help like your teacher, apologize if you need to, share, take turns, compromise, negotiate a plan, move away from someone who is bothering you, use firm words, ignore, or be friendly.
What are some of the expectations we have during counseling time?
We are kind. We are respectful. We are safe. We are care for ourselves, others, and the environment. We are responsible. We listen to others.
What can you do to make sure you make good grades this year?
It means to be here and be on time, unless you are very sick (fever or throwing up), or someone has passed away in your family.
What is my favorite college football team?
Iowa State Cyclones
What kinds of small groups does a counselor lead?
Groups for study skills, test taking skills, self esteem, family support, friendship, school connection, anxiety, self-control.
What is confidentiality?
Confidentiality means that everything we talk about is private, that means it stays between you and I. The only times I may have to break confidentiality is if you have hurt someone, or are threatening to, if someone is hurting you, or if you are hurting yourself. I will let you know if I have to call your parents first.
At Pleasant Hill, we care for...
Ourselves, others, and the environment.
There are five actions we can take in an emergency. Name four of them.
Lockdown, secure, hold, evacuate, shelter.
I have one pet. What kind and what is his name?
Golden Retriever & Wally