1. An Introduction to the Signal Hill Elementary School Counseling Program Created by Mrs. Riley and Mrs. Selepak Adapted from Mrs. Vaneman and Mrs. Cunningham

2. School Counselors Help Students

3. with…… “With What?”

4. …with following school rules

5. …with making new friends

6. …with using good character

7. Your Character Counts! Use the 6 pillars to show “TeRRiFiCC” character EVERY DAY! Trustworthiness Responsibility Respect Fairness Caring Citizenship

8. …with respecting differences

9. …with getting along with others

10. …with expressing feelings

11. …with being included

12. …with worrying about things at home

13. …with learning to speak up

14. …with learning study skills

15. …with being organized

16. …with finding information and solving problems

17. …with talking to your parent

18. … with preparing you for your future

19. …with being successful in school

20. Meetyour Counselors at Signal Hill

21. Mrs. Riley In office 179 Will be here Monday through Friday Will work with all students in all grade levels

22. Mrs. Selepak In office 178 Will be here Tuesdays and Thursdays Will work with all students in all grade levels

23. The counselors each have an office in the Main Office.

24. “When do I get to see a counselor?”

25. A counselor comes into your class to teach guidance lessons. Personal /Social (Be KIND) Academic (Do your BEST) Career (WORK hard)

26. “How do I get to see a counselor by myself?”

27. There are 3 ways you can request to see a counselor privately… Put a note in the mailbox. Ask your teacher to email. Ask your parent to call or e-mail.

28. What happens when I see a counselor? We talk about what is going on. We will respect confidentiality. We will discuss possible solutions to help you. You will practice and use the solutions we talked about. We will work together to help you be successful.

29. Sometimes you’ll want to be in a small group for counseling. Dealing with Anger Changing Families Work Habits Dealing with Loss Friendship You’ll need your parent’s permission.

30. Sometimes the counselor will come to see you. “Am I in trouble?” NO!

31. School counselors help you stay on track to reach your goals.