School Counselor: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Many School Counselors keep a comfy chair and a box of tissues in their office, so everyone feels cozy when they talk.
Through history
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Long ago
Helpers who guided students with their feelings and choices began in schools many years ago. Today, School Counselors still help children feel heard.
Tools of the trade
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Feelings Drawing Paper
Paper and crayons let kids draw their worries or happy feelings. Drawing can help big feelings feel smaller and easier to talk about.
A day in the job
- Morning ChatsThe counselor says hello to students and talks with a child one-on-one or in a small group about how their day is going.
Words to know
- Counselor
- A helper at school who listens to kids, helps them with feelings, and helps them make friends and set goals.
Quiz time
A School Counselor only talks with students who are in trouble.
School Counselors can help kids who feel left out at recess.
A School Counselor works only by themselves and never talks with teachers or families.