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Today I Feel. . .like playing BINGO!
I saw a BINGO game in a catalog a few backs and really wanted to purchase it. . .until I saw the price. It was close to $100. So I decided to put my crafty hat on and make my own. I made my first board in Microsoft Word, then printed it
What Are Your Going To Do Now That Testing Is Over?
Yeah!!! Today was the last day of New York State ELA and Math testing for grades 3-8. I was so happy to count my last test booklet and pack my last box with pencils, answer sheets, and exams. Granted they still need to be separated, scored, returned, and all that
Community Outreach, Youth Service, and a Clothing Swap!
Our School Psychologist and I have been trying to think of nontraditional ways to support kids. With all the emphasis on Global Youth Service Day, we came up with an idea to help out the community, as well as, to provide students a volunteer opportunity. I have to admit it
College Prep Library Giveaway
Hi All~I’d thought I’d start the week with my first Giveaway! I have a copy of Patrick O’Brien’s book, Making College Count, and Wintergreen Orchard House’s book, College Knowledge: Things to Know Before You Go. I’m using rafflecopter for this giveaway, so one random winner will be selected on Thursday.
What Do You Stand For
I receive emails from National Service Briefings. The last email contained this video. Here are some of the words:“When you ask me, who I am: What is my vision? And do I have a plan?Where is my strength? Have I nothing to say?I hear the words in my head, but I push
Day 1 of ELA testing: More Organization and Testing Affirmations
Today was the first day for ELA testing. It’s a good thing we started getting everything ready early, because it is a big job to get everything organized. To start the day, our kids walked into the building with a little surprise. My kids and I came back to the
Like My Facebook Page!
Well everyone, I thought I’d take the plunge and start a Facebook page for my blog. Make sure to like it and add me as a friend so we can stay in touch. Here is my link: https://www.facebook.com/themiddleschoolcounselor
Keep Calm and Test On
Most School Counselors act as Testing Coordinators. I have been a coordinator for the ACTs, PSAT, PLAN, APs, and now NYS grade 5-8 ELA and Math Assessments. I hate testing but it is a necessary evil. How can you be a great testing coordinator? It’s easy; plan ahead, expect last
Got Worries?
When we worry about everything, it can take over our lives. There are some kids that I see, that worry about everything. Worry can lead to panic. Panic attacks are real and scary. Even when kids know strategies to get through a panic attack, worry can still be there. The
School Counseling Job Market Linky Party
Everyone who graduates from a School Counseling degree program can’t wait for the day when they land their first job. Check out this Linky Party to get some helpful hints about what you can do to help prepare for your interview. Although I haven’t actually went on an interview in
Making Custom Icebreakers
Icebreakers are important when meeting with new groups of students, or even groups that have been together for a while. I use icebreakers to begin new topics, encourage dialog, help everyone have equal opportunities to share his/her thoughts with the group, and to help everyone to get to know each
The Kindness Project: Making the School a More Beautiful Place. . .one bathroom at a time
This sign hangs on the inside of each stall door. I have been working as a School Counselor for 20 years, and I am still impressed and amazed at the ideas that kids come up with. It excites me to see their passions, tugs on my heartstrings to see
