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  • Animal Assisted Interventions

    Have you been considering having an animal become part of your school counseling program? Having my dog Boss with me at my school was one of the best experiences of my career. I have become passionate about using animals to support our work. With that in mind here are a few things to get you…

  • Tier 2 Interventions That Aren’t Token Boards

    There are many Tier 2 interventions school counselors utilize as part of their program. These are responsive services that serve a few and are designed to be short term. Over the years I’ve also been asked to support students behavior through Tier 2 interventions, although I am not necessarily personally implemeing the strategy but consulting…

  • “Meet Your Counselor” lesson in 3 steps

    The beginning of the year is a busy time. We are setting up, scheduling, and meeting and greeting kiddos and their caregivers. Whether you have 15 minutes or 30, here are some ideas on how you can introduce yourself and your role. 1. Hook I love reading a book or showing a video to hook…

  • “I’m Bored”- A lesson on problem solving and creativity

    Originally posted FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2013 via Parks and Recreation on GIPHY How many times have you heard a kiddo say “I’m Bored!” Whether it’s over summer break, when it’s raining and the kids can’t go outside to recess, or when they can’t use their iPod/iPad, boredom is a real problem. Brooklyn gets bored and…

  • Student Menus: A Twist On Centers

    I love incorporating centers into my lesson plans. They offer a fun and effective way for students to practice, explore, and master the skills and concepts I teach. Several years ago, I watched an amazing art teacher at my school. I noticed that she allowed her students to select from a class menu. I was…

  • 5 Ways To Introduce Yourself and Your Role

    Last year I switched schools and I am anticipating another change this year. I’m also split between schools, which means I have to introduce myself to a lot of new faces. There are many ways to introduce yourself and your role, but here are a few ways I have found that are time savers and…

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