School Counseling an Overview. SSPO Presentation

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1 School Counseling an Overview SSPO Presentation

2 Introductions 1. Jodi Hess, Southview Counselor 2. Marcia Robie, Maplewood/McCord Counselor

3 Agenda 1. Typical Day Elementary Junior High 2. Transitions New students-elementary & Junior High 5th-6th grade 3. Types of Bullying & How to Prevent Them Elementary & Junior High

4 Introduction & Typical Day 1. Sylvania Counselor for 16 years 2. Taught K, 3, & 4/private school; Counselor at Highland 10 years, Timberstone 2 years, and McCord/Maplewood 4 years. 3. First Day 1999/ Philosophy/2nd Step Curriculum 4. Maplewood Large & Small Groups Individual Parent Consultation McCord-master schedule, registration, scheduling, WEB Program, testing, conferences, small groups, emotional and academic support for individuals, parent consultation, crisis

5 Transitions: Making entry into a new district or building a smooth and stress free one Transition to New District/Building in Elementary & Junior High Maplewood-new student lunch, Getting to Know You Activity, 2 week check-in McCord- new students-info about jrhi, schedule,walk through schedule & tour, connect with other students in classes. Ice Cream/AI at end of 1st week Transition from Elementary to Junior High Counselors visit feeder schools/? s about Junior High and scheduling 5th Graders visit McCord after testing in May. 5th Grade Parent Night in May 6th grade book of tips for success.

6 Transitions (continued) WEB- 5th-6th Orientation Program- several days before school starts; new 7th & 8th graders are also invited. Introductions of staff & leaders, Getting to Know You Activities, What is Cyber Bullying?, Scenarios & Discussions, Being an Upstander, I Am the Majority (DVD), Scavenger Hunt of School, How to Be Successful in Junior High, Using the Crosswalk, Closing Activity. 1st Day of school-leaders greet and help 6th graders at the start of school and eat lunch with them.

7 Types of Bullying/ How to Prevent Them Types of Bullying: Elementary-name calling and exclusion, some cyberbullying in 4th & 5th(rumors & gossip, mean texts) JrHi-rumors & gossip, name calling, relational aggression, cyberbullying-imposters online, rumors & gossip, exclusion from online groups, threats & intimidation. How to Prevent: Being Proactive & Educating 1. Elementary- 2nd Step Curriculum/Framework Teach about feelings- understanding our feelings helps to develop empathy;*cutting is a huge concern in junior high; research indicates that kids who cut have not learned to express their feelings in a healthy way.

8 Ways to Prevent (continued) Teach about: Learn to respond to feelings in a kind way. Communication Skills- being assertive, not passive or aggressive, teaches them to advocate for themselves and others, learn to feel capable and confident. Calming Down Strong Feelings-enables thinking/then we can problem solve Problem Solving Skills-helps to build healthy relationships, helps to consider another s point of view

9 Ways to Prevent (continued) Educate about being a good digital citizen. Focus on good citizens and leaders/peer mentors Survey students about cyberbullying and school climate to learn how to improve. I AM THE MAJORITY social norming campaign, Utilize WEB Leaders, Focus on the positive! *Majority of students do not bully! Be An Upstander! Don t stand by, stand up for others! Handouts for parents with prevention tips: Verizon-Family Plan(FD); ;

10 Bullying (continued) 1. Jodi presents 2. QUESTIONS???

11 School Counselor High School and Beyond

12 Who am I? Have been in district for 26+ years Have taught/counseled at ALL secondary schools Counselor for 15+ years (NV and SV) First Day on job????

13 Agenda 1. Typical Day 1. Transitions In and Out of high School 3. Bullying What does it look like at high school?

14 Typical Day % planned - 80% unplanned Beyond scheduling and career planning Emotional, Intellectual & Social Time of year changes responsibilities The child (believe it or not) has changed!!!

15 Transition High School Triple T o Timeline o Transition o Traditions Freshmen ONLY day o LINK o Assembly

16 High School Beyond AND College Prep Schools 3 Paths College Post High School Education 90% of our students attend Military Work

17 College Planning Start in Freshmen Year - Process Career Planning Scheduling Applications/Testing Final Decision

18 Bullying Sexual Orientation Economic Social Drugs Social Media