Where is your school counselor's office located?
One adult in the building that will listen to your problems and your stories is called the ____________ ______________.
school counselor
Is it ok to get angry?
yes, everyone gets angry, it is what you do with your anger that is important.
What is a career?
something you work towards for your future? This is a job that will provide income.
Can you see the school counselor if you have trouble in school?
Yes
If you need to see the school counselor, what do you do?
ask your teacher, ask the counselor to talk
Is Mrs. Cook allowed to tell your teachers and friends what you talk about in her office?
NO
What can you do if you are feeling sad?
talk to the school counselor, go for a walk, keep a diary, talk to a friend, etc.
True or False, is a job the same thing as a career?
false
A job is anything you do for money, a career is something that may require special training, or a college degree.
How can we be good listeners?
eyes on the teacher, sitting up straight, paying attention, materials prepared
What are 2 things a school counselor does
helps students individually
helps students in groups
classroom activities
testing
Name some times you may want to talk to the school counselor.
if there is a death of someone you love, arguments with friends, feeling sad/lonely, being bullied, etc..
Name ways to be a good friend.
respectful language, honest, listening skills
Why is it important to graduate from high school?
get a better job or career
You will need a high school diploma for college acceptance.
Name some ways to study for a test.
flashcards, getting someone to quiz you, rereading the material
What is confidentialilty?
keeping things secret between you and another person
If you are dealing with a bully, should you tell a grownup or keep it a secret?
tell an adult!
What sort of things does your counselor keep in her office
games, art supplies, books, toys, cumfy pillows and chairs
This a certificate you get when you graduate, it is a called a ____________.
diploma
Why is it important to try your best?
So you can become the best you can be
When the counselors get a few students together to talk about a topic that is called ___________ counseling.
group counseling
If a friend tells you a secret that he/she is being hurt or abused, should you keep that secret?
no, tell a grownup to get them help!
Confidentiality in counseling applies to all information except what 3 things?
If someone is hurting you
If you are going to hurt someone
If you are going to hurt yourself
Most careers require a ________________ degree? This is a school after high school.
college
Why is important to be organized?
to find what you need, be able to turn in homework, make better grades, makes things easier