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Kindergarten: Feelings and Responsibility
One thing I really look forward to each year in my school counseling program is my very first visit with my new Kindergarten friends. After seeing grades 1-5 over the last three weeks, it’s finally time to share my first…
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The 3 Learning Styles
This week, I am working with my fourth grade friends for the first time this school year. Over the years, I have incorporated the learning styles into individual school counseling and in my small groups for academic advisement. This year,…
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“Who Are You?” Thumball Giveaway
If you don’t already have one, the Thumball (Thumb Ball) is a great ice breaker to use in your school counseling program at the beginning of the school year. It is also great for small groups. I’ve been using…
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School Counseling Office Updates
Getting my school counseling office situated has been a slow work in progress. However, I did want to share just a few photos. First, I have been SO excited to put up this awesome display created by Susan Fuller…
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National Boards: Planning for Entry 1
As I mentioned in my post Connecting Entries to Standards, Entry 1 (Addressing Personal/Social Needs) involves a small group session that focuses on a critical need at your school. You’ll have to collect data to support the need for this…
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Lunch Bunch Anyone?: Planning and Scheduling
At the beginning of the school year, I fill in my school counseling calendar for the year to include classes, regular small groups, and Lunch Bunch sessions. I typically schedule all of my lunch bunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I host…