Parents Don't Understand!
Interview Time!!! If a parent asks to meet with you at 5pm because that is the only time he/she can get off of work, how do you respond?
Favorite Restaurant
Interview Time!! I am looking for a new counselor, why should I hire you?
A HS memory that makes you smile and you could relive again
What type of events would you plan for students to help them become college and career ready? Please share some of your experiences with these sorts of activities.
Favorite Vacation Spot
You notice 7th grader, Curtis in the lunch room line, and other students are jumping in front of him, pushing him all the way to the back of the line.
What is your favorite Hobby
Elijah (8th grader) is sent to the counseling office by his teacher for threatening to fight a classmate. He has a question for you.
On an airplane.....window or aisle seat?
Parent tells you she does not want her son to be in any classes with Mr. Burns. Stated he targeted her other son two years ago, and constantly harassed him in class (Mr. Burns is the only Math class with room)
Favorite Meal
You overhear a teacher tell a student, you are just like your older brother, he never did his work in school, and neither will you!
Paper towels on the rack in the kitchen....should the roll be pulled from the bottom or the top?
Interview Time!! Identify 3 qualities that will make you an effective school counselor
Beach, City or the Country?
A MS student has fear of large crowds and has panic attacks during class transition
The worst job you have ever had
Interview Time!!! How do see yourself fitting in with a group of veteran counselors at your new school? (Team of 4)
Favorite Music Artist or Group
Mother moved student to your school, confided in principal about escaping an abusive husband. Mother does not provide any paperwork, and dad shows up in your office indicating the child has been kidnapped.
What is your most embarrassing moment?
Teacher brings 6th grade student Vanessa to your office with some concerns. She is normally a quiet, respectful and reserved student. However, today she has been a major distraction in the classroom. Yelling out answers, laughing and trying to get her classmates to laugh with her
Dream Vehicle - the one you would drive 2 miles an hour....so everyone sees you
You notice 7th grade student Natasha being picked up by a former student (Andre) who is a HS senior. They embrace when she gets into the car
Who was your childhood celebrity crush
Interview Time!!! What is one area of improvement a previous supervisor recommended you work on? Did you work on it? What did you do?
If you had a time machine....would you go back in time or into the future
Jessica (7th grader) comes to your office as always before homeroom, just to say good morning! She always leaves with a smile and tells you to have a good day. This morning she steps in your doorway, and asks you the question....Will you adopt me?
Favorite Dessert
A parent and student come to your office at the request of the principal. Parent upset because the student is being told he cannot wrestle unless he cuts his hair.
What was your first car?
Teacher brings Dillon to your office because she noticed several drawings on his notebook that look concerning. He has several illustrations about darkness and death.
Favorite Ice-Cream
New 8th grade student Zach enrolls in your school, and catches the attention of several girls in all grade levels. A few weeks later, you receive word that several female students are buying him gifts, and he accepts them with no hesitation.
One famous person you have met
One evening at a local restaurant you are out with your family, and a MS parent approaches you angrily about a bullying matter, she claims you have not resolved.
A song, that when you hear it....you automatically start singing and dancing
You observe an 8th grade female student on the 6th grade hallway. She is standing in front of a 6th grade female student and the student looks terrified. The 6th grader gives her money and she leaves
You won the lottery!!! What's your first purchase
A new 5th grade student wears a turban and is originally from the Middle East. During lunch you hear a lot of students mocking the student and calling him 911. What do you do?
Quote a line from one of your favorite movies....without giving us the title of the movie
Several of your elementary students are fearful and experiencing anxiety due to recent a school shooting in another state. They question the safety of their school
One word that always gives you problems when it comes to spelling
Rickey is a high school senior basketball player with multiple scholarship offers to play at the next level. Often seen by his classmates and staff as a spoiled arrogant selfish brat! Rickey injures his knee in practice, and is projected to miss the entire season. Colleges are backing out, and Ricky is depressed
What is your preference.....Fame or Fortune?
Your HS football coach was fired for praying on the field. Several students are upset and several football players are planning to quit the remainder of the season in protest of the firing. This protest is being led by the team captain (Patrick)
One sitcom that you watch over and over!!! You have seen every episode
Aaron's grades have dropped tremendously, his hygiene is questionable, and several of his middle school classmates are complaining about the smell
One celebrity that you do not like, and makes you cringe at the sight of this person (Based on attitude)