Counselor’s Office Expectations

Counselors… Care about all kids & all grown ups both at school and in the community Enjoy helping people 

What Does the Counselor Do? Can assist with serious problems that are interfering with you doing your very best in school such as: Anger, Worry, Sadness, Bullying, Divorce/ Separation, Recent Death, Incarcerated Parent(s), Poor Attendance, Trouble, Friendship Problems, etc

Being RESPECTFUL Means: Honoring the rights or wishes of those in the counseling office

Use Polite Language please excuse me thank you you’re welcome I’m sorry

While STOP sign is on door Be very quiet so you will not disturb counseling session Do not knock on the door while the stop sign is on the door

Keep stories confidential What is discussed in counseling groups, stays inside the counseling room Do not talk about personal stories on the playground, in class, or with others confidential

Being RESPONSIBLE Means: Counselor Quietly walking to the counselor’s office Going directly back to class with your pass Where’s your PASS?! GO AWAY!

Ask permission & Clean Up Always ask permission before touching supplies Say “may I…” Before you leave put all items back where they belong

Calm voice & patience Use a calm inside voice Share items with other students Wait for your turn

Being SAFE Means: Following counselor’s office expectations so you will be less likely to get hurt or hurt others.

Keep Hands, Feet, & Objects to Self Respect other’s personal space Keep materials to yourself No play fighting

Report Emergencies All school staff care about kids, so if someone is in serious danger, immediately talk to any trusting adult to get help. STAFF

While seated: Keep both feet on the floor Keep all four chair legs on the floor

Positive Consequences We are going to be looking for students who are being safe, respectful, and responsible.