I admit it, I have jumped on the “mustache” (and cheron stripes) bandwagon. I saw some icebreaker questions on pinterest (this pin) and told myself I had to borrow the idea. I also saw this very cute Mustache sign and thought I should make one as well. After I made
One thing that I wanted to work on this year was a new bulletin board for my College Spotlight. Highlighting a specific college each month is part of my plan to make sure that all our kids are “Career and College Ready” before they graduate from high school. Last year’s board was
Icebreakers are important component of any new group. Think about it, you bring a group of individuals together and expect them to work on a common goal and share their thoughts and opinions with others they may or may not know, or worse, may or may not like. Games are
Today was the last of our Field Trip to Middle School for the incoming 5th grade class. Transitioning the 4th graders actually started a few weeks ago, when my Principal, one current 5th grader, and myself went to talk at a 4th grade assembly. While we were there, my Principal
I am ready to say, “Hello Summer!” At the same time, I am going to miss meeting with my Lunch Bunch kiddos. We have done a lot this year. They are full of energy and enthusiasm. I spent some time looking for ways to wrap things up and found myself
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
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
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
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
I have a few small friends that I see everyday because they need help staying on track academically. Left to their own devices, they would not get homework done or stay organized. Daily checking in helps to keep them on track. It also shows them that someone cares and is
Although the year is well underway, there are students who are in need of a little extra attention. While most of my Lunch Bunch Groups are pretty consistent, some are more fluid and students can join at any time. All the groups center around the theme of friendship, kindness, and
As you may know, I am a fan of Charlie Brown. I saw a pin on Pinterest for Lucy the Counselor and an idea was born. Here are my new posters letting students know when I am in a meeting (scheduling season has begun, see yesterday’s post) or when I
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