1. Elementary School Counselor
Mrs. Pringle
Elementary School Counselor

2. What does a counselor do?
Listens to concerns from students, parents, and teachers
Teaches students about friendship, problem- solving, and how to be successful
Helps people help themselves
Makes sure everyone can learn at our school
Gives support and encouragement

3. When and where will I see Mrs. Pringle?

4. Hallways
Cafeteria
Playground
Office 137E
Classrooms
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5. What skills will we learn?
Understanding feelings
Showing compassion
Being assertive
Being responsible
Making friends
Listening with attention
Solving problems
Setting goals
Handling put-downs
Developing character values

6. How does a counselor help?
Group Meetings
Individual Meetings
Parent Meetings
How does a counselor help?

8. Leadership Clubs Peer Mediation
Peer mediators keep the peace at school by helping students solve their conflicts
Helping Hands
Bucket-Fillers volunteer for helping roles at school, such as mentoring younger students, keeping our campus clean, and more!