Meet the Counselor

Front

Mason, Sophia, and Zoe are curious about what the school counselor does. Which of these is NOT a job that the school counselor does? Teach class, Individual counseling, Group counseling, Drive a bus

Back

Drive a bus

Answer explanation

The school counselor does not drive a bus, as their primary roles include teaching classes, individual counseling, and group counseling, which focus on student support and guidance.

Front

During a guidance lesson at school, Ms. Robinson gathers Zoe, Luna, and Evelyn in the library to help them learn all about ..................

Back

Social/Life Skills

Answer explanation

Ms. Robinson focuses on teaching Social/Life Skills during guidance lessons, which helps students develop essential interpersonal and decision-making abilities, unlike the other subjects listed.

Front

Is Samuel right when he says, "We always have to see the counselor if we get into trouble"?

Back

No

Answer explanation

The statement implies that seeing the counselor is conditional upon getting into trouble. However, it is not necessarily true that one must see a counselor in such situations, making the correct answer 'False'.

Front

Avery, Ava, and Abigail are talking about who can help them at school. Who do you think the school counselor can help?

Back

all of the above

Answer explanation

The school counselor can assist with various issues, including trouble with friends, feelings about home or school, and organizing schoolwork. Therefore, the correct answer is 'all of the above'.

Front

When does a school counselor have to break a secret?

Back

Someone is hurting you, you want to hurt someone, or you want to hurt yourself.

Answer explanation

What you discuss with the school counselor is confidential, but if someone is hurting you, you want to hurt someone, or you want to hurt yourself, those situations require the counselor to break confidentiality to ensure safety. Thus, the correct answer is 'All of the above.'

Front

Jackson believes that school counselors are like superheroes who can solve all your problems. Is he right?

Back

No, he is not right.

Answer explanation

False is correct because school counselors provide support and guidance, but they do not solve problems for students. They help students develop skills to address their own challenges.

Front

School counselors help students when they feel...

Back

Worried, Angry, Sad

Answer explanation

School counselors support students in various emotional states, including when they feel worried, angry, or sad. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the above' as counselors help with all these feelings.

Front

Isla thinks that school counselors can support students with all kinds of needs, not just those who are having problems. Henry disagrees. Who is correct?

Back

Isla

Answer explanation

School counselors support all students, not just those in trouble. They help with academic, social, and emotional issues, promoting overall well-being and development.

Front

Do school counselors want to help every student, like Zoe, Aiden, and Michael, succeed?

Back

Yes

Answer explanation

School counselors aim to support all students in achieving their goals. Their role is to provide guidance and resources to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed, making the statement true.

Front

Imagine Benjamin is having a tough day at school. Who else, besides Benjamin, might call the counselor to get awesome ideas for helping him?

Back

Parents and teachers

Answer explanation

Parents and teachers often collaborate to support students' needs. They may reach out to counselors for strategies and insights on how to best assist a student, making this the most relevant group to call.