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Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified.
Today, we're diving into a topic that's crucial for the success of our counseling programs - getting teacher buy-in and support when scheduling those all-important classroom lessons. As we all know, building strong relationships with our teaching staff is key to delivering impactful services to students. And when it comes to those classroom lessons, having the teachers on board can make all the difference.
In this episode, I am sharing some incredibly practical strategies to help you navigate this process and ensure your lessons are welcomed and valued by your teaching team.
Some highlights include:
Learning how to share the "why" behind the counseling lessons, such as citing data or research on the benefits
Getting teacher input by conducting a needs assessment survey to understand their perspectives on lesson topics
Having a backup plan in case some teachers are resistant, such as leveraging administrator support or using alternative scheduling
Offering "as needed" lessons tailored to specific teacher requests, even if they don't align perfectly with the overall lesson plan
Emphasizing the importance of ensuring all students receive the counseling lessons, even if it requires creativity and persistence in working with teachers
Be sure to listen in, take some notes and start implementing these strategies to build stronger partnerships with your teachers. Happy listening, friends!
Resources mentioned:
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In this episode, host I am sharing game-changing tools for scheduling class lessons as a school counselor. I'm covering three main tech tools - Google Sheets, Calendly, and Google Calendar - that can streamline the scheduling process.
The key highlights include:
Using Google Sheets to have teachers sign up for available class lesson times, allowing them to take ownership of the scheduling.
Utilizing Calendly, a free scheduling app that makes it easy for teachers to book appointments for lessons.
Leveraging Google Calendar to create recurring calendar invites with reminders once lesson times are scheduled.
The importance of being strategic about your availability and scheduling lessons first before filling in other commitments.
By implementing these scheduling tools and strategies, school counselors can get their class lessons scheduled efficiently in advance, allowing them to better manage their overall schedule and priorities throughout the school year. Listen in and change the game for yourself!
Resources mentioned:
Curriculum Map Freebie Stress Free School Counseling Free Training happening TODAY!Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
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School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In this episode, I am sharing my 3-step process for effectively scheduling class lessons at your school. Learn how to determine the location, setup, and frequency of your classroom lessons to feel prepared and deliver engaging counseling sessions.
I know how overwhelming this can be whether you are brand new or a seasoned veteran, but I have nailed down a process so you don't have to recreate the wheel. This process will help you feel prepared and ready to deliver effective counseling lessons.
Some highlights I cover are:
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Breaking down the 3-step process for scheduling class lessons: which include, location, materials and frequency!
Emphasizing the importance of feeling and being prepared to deliver effective counseling lessons. My biggest tip for Avoid last-minute stress and engage students better- JOIN IMPACTListen in for all the details. You don't want to miss out!
Resources mentioned:
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here! 30-60-90 Day Plan - FREE Curriculum Map- FREE Join Stress Free Class Lessons! FREE LIVE TRAINING- How to use individual counseling curriculum to engage students and effectively track data! If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!Connect with Rachel:
TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube More About School Counseling Simplified:School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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Back to school season is in full swing and I'm popping in today's episode to break down your first 90 days of school. We are going to break down my free 30-60-90 Day plan, so that we can break down that seemingly overwhelming to do list that you have. Tune in and follow along with your freebie in hand!
What to do in your first 30 days- like identifying needs through a needs assessment, meeting with new administrators, introducing yourself to students How to establish your counseling caseload in your first 60 days- scheduling class lessons, preparing data collection tools, planning small group curriculum, and organizing school-wide activities. Building Conistency in your program- By the 90 day point, you should be implementing your services. The 30-60-90 day plan helps break down the overwhelming back-to-school to-do list into manageable, prioritized steps to ensure you're on track in the first few months. Having this structured plan in place from the start of the school year will help you be more proactive, organized, and prepared to deliver effective counseling services to students.
I'm breaking down each month piece by piece so that you can be create the impact you are wanting to this school year, without the overwhlem.
Some highlights from this episode:Resources mentioned:
30-60-90 Day Plan
Daily Lesson Plans
Join my IMPACT membership here!
School Counseling Data Collection Spreadsheets - Caseload and Counseling Log
School Counseling Data Tracking Tools Bundle - Data Driven Counseling Program
Stress Free Class Lessons
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School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In this episode,I am sharing four back-to-school small group ideas to help students transition into the new school year, including groups for new students, friendship skills, self-control, and goal setting. I'll also give you the inside scoop on my IMPACT school counselor membership.
Some highlights from this episode:
"New Students Friendship Group" to help ease the transition for students new to the school."Friendship Group" for younger students (K-2) to learn essential social skills and conflict resolution.
A "Self-Control Group" can teach impulse control strategies and help students recognize signs of anger and frustration.
A "Goal Setting Group" can support students in setting and achieving their academic and personal goals for the new school year.
IMPACT membership program offers school counselors access to a wealth of resources, trainings, and a collaborative community to help them thrive.
If you're a school counselor looking for practical, ready-to-use resources and a supportive community, be sure to check out IMPACT! TUNE IN FOR A SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODE!
Resources mentioned:
30-60-90 Day Plan
Free EDITABLE Year Long Curriculum Map!
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
Friendship Group for New Students - Growing Friends Counseling Group
Friendship Counseling Group - Blooming Friendships Small Group
Self-Control Counseling Group Wiggle Worms, Impulse Control, Behavior Management
Self-Control School Counseling Group: Develop Self-Control Accountability Habits
Goal Setting and Intrinsic Motivation Growth Mindset School Counseling Group
Study Skills Small Group | Test Taking, Executive Functioning & Managing Anxiety
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School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode, I am talking all about the several back-to-school activities and strategies for school counselors to implement at the start of the new school year. So many different ideas you can implement in your program.
Some highlights covered are:
Create a caseload spreadsheet to stay organized and track students receiving counseling servicesMaintain a counseling log to document dates, duration, and activities for each student session
Conduct needs assessments with teachers and parents to identify key areas of focus for the school year
Make referral forms widely available to encourage staff and families to request counseling support
Host a back-to-school night to introduce yourself, share services, and distribute referral forms
Tune in and get all of my Back to School To Dos.
Resources mentioned:
30 60 90 Day Plan
Counseling Lesson Plans
Meet the Counselor Free training
School Counseling Data Collection Spreadsheets
School Counseling Data Tracking Tools Bundle
Meet The Counselor Game Show
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
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More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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Are you ready for the new school year?? In today's episode I dive into starting the year with a "Meet the Counselor" lesson and setting up an effective school counseling office. I'll be sharing tips and resources to help you as the school counselor feel motivated and organized for the upcoming school year.
Some Highlights:
Free live training on August 13-14 to show how to use a "Meet the Counselor" lesson to engage students and advocate for the counselor's role.
Creating a calming "calm down corner" in the counseling office with cozy seating, fidgets, and guided meditation scripts.The importance of using bulletin boards, both inside and outside the office, to display counseling work and create a visual representation of the counselor's role.
Setting up an organized and functional school counseling office, including a file cabinet, whiteboard, small group space, and signage on the office door.
Tune in to listen to the full episode.
Resources mentioned:
30-60-90 day plan Counseling Lesson Plans FREE TRAINING: Meet the Counselor Counseling Office Tour Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here! If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!Connect with Rachel:
TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest YoutubeMore About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode of School Counseling Simplified, I sit down with my friend and fellow counselor, Leslie Cuprill. We talk all things on implementing advisory programs and strategies for effective counseling.
Leslie Cuprill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Brooklyn, New York who loves supporting educators and students. For two decades she has worked with court and gang-involved youth, LGBTQ+, teen mothers, special needs populations, and educators. Throughout her career, she has taught, counseled, and ensured support while conducting academic intervention services, supervised, facilitated professional development trainings, designed curriculums, and developed programs.
She started Informed Decisions to provide resources for counselors and teachers working with multicultural urban youth, teens, and young adults. She wants educators to feel confident in facilitating and engaging in interactive activities for their students. The information and resources she provides are culturally, racially, and developmentally appropriate materials used to engage, educate, guide, and inspire today’s youth. Our youth deserve to be awarded equitable opportunities to become productive contributing members of society. Together, she believes we can engage multicultural youth in making informed decisions about their lives and future successes!
some highlights include:
The value of preparation and planning for school counselors, including color-coding, laminating, and gathering student input.
Strategies for counselors when asked to lead a group or lesson at the last minute, such as asking key questions of administrators and involving students.
The importance of explaining Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs to parents and educators to avoid misconceptions and gain support.
The significance of self-care and work-life balance for school counselors to avoid burnout and show up fully for students.
Insights into the varying school start dates and work habits across the country, with tips on how to stay productive during commutes and travel.
Don't miss out on this one, tune in and let me know what you think!
Resources mentioned:
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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Advisory and SEL Programs And Activities Facebook Group Informed Decisions Instagram Informed Decisions TpT Advisory and SEL SurveyMore About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode of the School Counseling Simplified podcast I interview Brandon Gernux, a school counselor who advocates for embracing neurodiversity in schools. Brandon discusses practical strategies for creating inclusive and sensory-friendly environments to support all students, including adjusting lighting and sounds, using visual timers, and collaborating with teachers.
Brandon I. Gernux (he/they) is an Elementary School Counselor in Santa Ana and serves on the CASC Social Justice, Equity, and Anti-Racism Committee, is a leader of the ASCA Elementary School Counselor Affinity Group, and is a recipient of the 2024 Orange County School Counselor of the Year recognition.
Some Highlights:
Defining Neurodiversity and how it refers to the idea that every brain is unique, and counselors should presume competence in all students.
Counselors can make their spaces more sensory-friendly by adjusting lighting, sounds, and providing calming tools like headphones.
Collaborating with teachers to create sensory-friendly classrooms is key, as students spend most of their time in those environments.
Using visual timers can help students with executive functioning challenges manage transitions between activities.
Brandon encourages counselors to try new inclusive practices without fear of perfection, and offers to connect on Instagram (@BigSchoolCounselor) for further support.
Resources mentioned:
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode, I chat with Ashley Lutz. who shares strategies and advice for school counselors on working with special education students and collaborating with special education teachers.
Ashley has been working in Special Education for 12 years. She was a middle school self-contained teacher for 7 years working with students with intellectual disabilities and did 4 years as a special education inclusion teacher in an elementary setting. In 2022, she switched roles to be an Early Childhood Special Education teacher (ECSE). Outside of the classroom, Ashley is married with 3 kids; an 8 year old and 6 year old twins. When she is not running after her littles, she enjoys workouts, putting her toes in the sand, reading, and drinking lots of coffee!
Some Highlights include:
Strategies for counselors to support special education students, such as building rapport with families, providing sensory input, and using fidget toys or puzzles to help students open up.
Co-teaching models for counselors to work with special education teachers, including team teaching and station rotations.
The importance of validating emotions and supporting teachers' mental health, with suggestions for counselors to offer a safe space for teachers to vent and regulate their emotions.
The value of early intervention and open communication between educators and parents to address mental health concerns in students.
Resources mentioned:
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
Connect with Rachel:
TpT Store
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More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In Today's episode I chat with Bradford Goodridge,an elementary school counselor in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
He discusses his approach to comprehensive school counseling lessons, including his "paws" program that aligns with his school's lion mascot. He shares tips for creating lessons from scratch, integrating school values, and supporting students through self-referral groups.
Some topics covered in this episode are:
Bradford's background in education and his transition to becoming an elementary school counselor.The "paws" program he developed to provide structured, instructional lessons for students to share their thoughts and feelings.
His process for creating school counseling lessons from scratch, incorporating mandated topics and aligning with his school's core values.
How he pitches and manages self-referral student groups, using kid-friendly terminology to engage students.
The importance of being a visible, supportive resource for both students and parents, and the challenges he faced in a previous disciplinarian role.
Resources mentioned:
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
Connect with Rachel:
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Connect with Bradford:
InstagramMore About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In this episode, Jocelyn Hubbard shares strategies for creating equitable learning spaces for students. Jocelyn discusses the importance of defining equity, getting to know students beyond surface-level information, and co-creating learning experiences with students.
Jocelynn Hubbard helps teachers spark joy during the learning experience by creating an inclusive and welcoming classroom environment for ALL their students. She is the founder and managing director of Custom Teaching Solutions, LLC and host of The Culture-Centered Classroom podcast.
She has 16+ years of experience in education as an educator, speaker, professional development creator and facilitator. Driven by a passion to see the diverse people of our world feel welcomed, affirmed, and celebrated, she provides training on becoming and remaining culturally competent. As a wife and mother of five, her goals include squeezing in time for exercise, finding moments of joy each day, and parenting each of her children as unique individuals.
Some Highlights covered:How to Define equity for your counseling space and share it with stakeholders
Going beyond surface-level information to understand students' goals, characteristics, and future aspirations
Using the "Student Data Dive" form to gather insights on students' preferences, behaviors, and communication styles
Leveraging the arts (music, art, etc.) to connect with younger students or those with diverse learning needs
Embracing your power and agency as a counselor to inspire parents and educators to support students' social-emotional needs
Tune into the whole episode and let us know what you think!
Resources mentioned:
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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Instagram Website Grab The ChecklistMore About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In this episode I welcome Lindsay Jannaman, Director of SEL Content at Quaver Ed, discussing strategies for embedding social-emotional learning school-wide with the support of teachers, parents, and administrators.
Lindsey has 12 years of experience as a school counselor and teaching vocal/general music at the elementary and middle school levels. Lindsey has been with QuaverEd for 6 years and has been foundational in the development and writing of QuaverReady’s elementary school program.
Lindsey holds a B.M. in Vocal/General Music Education, M.Ed. in Professional School Counseling, and her Ed.S. in Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Mental Health in Schools and Multicultural Education. Lindsey has focused her work as a school counselor on equipping students with appropriate coping skills and strategies to navigate varied emotions, teaching and modeling appropriate social skills, and preparing students to become kind and contributing citizens of their homes, schools, and communities.
Some topics covered in this episode are:
Lindsay's transition from music teacher to school counselor to her current role developing SEL curriculum
Ideas for embedding SEL into daily interactions like passing out papers or group time
The importance of modeling inclusive behaviors and emotional intelligence
Strategies for "outsourcing" SEL lessons to teachers and reinforcing concepts at home
Creating buy-in for comprehensive SEL implementation through newsletters, calendars, and community involvement
Listen in and tell me what you think!
Resources mentioned:
Try QuaverEdJoin my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode, I chat with Patti Sutherland and discuss the benefits of incorporating play therapy in school counseling programs, emphasizing its accessibility and effectiveness in addressing trauma and loss in children.
Patti has a Masters in Social Work and has been a social worker for over 30 years. She has worked with children in women's shelter's, family violence programs, schools and spent 12 years in private practice.
She is a Certified Play therapist with The Canadian Association of Play Therapy. She enjoys providing training for educators in the area of developmental trauma in the classroom and is currently a school social worker in the Winnipeg School Division in Winnipeg, Canada.
About a year ago Patti decided she would try her hand at creating resources for school counselors and opened a TPT shop. A major learning curve, but an exciting new adventure.
How to incorporate play therapy into individual, small group, and whole-class sessions. Using Collage-making and cooperative games for easy play therapy implementation. How to use genogram miniatures to help students make unconscious conclusions about their families a Sneak Peak at Patti's session at the IMPACT Summer Summit
Some highlights from this episode are:Listen in for the whole inside scoop!
Resources mentioned:
IMPACT Summer Summit
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
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More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode I am chatting with Executive Function and ADHD coach Sarah Lovell about practical strategies school counselors can use to improve their own executive functioning skills and help students.
Sarah Lovell (she/her) is an executive function & ADHD coach for ambitious professionals, college students, creatives, and perfectionists. With a background as a Master’s level social worker, Sarah believes self-care & self-talk are the foundation of everything we do (including executive functioning!).
She’s spent 10 years helping clients overcome procrastination, burnout, time blindness, and overwhelm. She loves helping clients notice their self-talk, shift their mindset, and build a toolbox of realistic strategies through 1:1 coaching and her membership, The Stuck to Started Society.
When Sarah isn't working, she's taking her rescue pitbull Georgia on a trail hike, paddle boarding, or snuggling up with a good book.
The importance of addressing negative self-talk around executive functioning challenges. Using an organized external system to manage tasks and thoughts to avoid mental overload. Distinguishing between procrastination and being "stuck" when facing tasks. Separating planning from taking action to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Time management strategies that will be covered in Sarah's Summer Summit session, including intuitive scheduling and prioritizing questions.
Some highlights from this episode are:
Tune in and let me know what you think!
Resources mentioned:
IMPACT Summer Summit
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In Today's episode I am welcoming back Joyce Harduvel, (who will also be at this year's IMPACT Summer Summit), to give her insight on supporting students in Crisis.
Joyce is a licensed clinical social worker and a certified school social work specialist. After seven years in the field of school social work working with students from preschool to high school, she is pivoting to provide school-based clinicians with the resources, community, and training that they need to support their students. Recognizing that most of what she used on a daily basis as a school social worker she had to learn through experience and create herself, Joyce is committed to sharing her expertise to make the lives of school-based clinicians easier so that they can focus on the important part: the students!
Listen In for some of these highlights!:
The importance of acknowledging how schools can contribute to student trauma through both major incidents and more subtle interactions.
Recommendations for establishing crisis response protocols and teams to avoid one counselor being overwhelmed.
Examples of concrete tools like flowcharts counselors can use to map out contingency plans for different crisis situations.
A Preview of Joyce's IMPACT Summer Summit session covering her "secret sauce" for comprehensive crisis response strategies. Joyce's venture back into school and her plans to focus on special education law to better advocate for students' rights.
It's truly a do not miss! Listen in now!
Resources mentioned:
IMPACT Summer Summit
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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Connect with Joyce:
http://www.joyce-lcsw.com/
More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In this episode, I'm covering all things counselor interviews. Remember when you were interviewing for counseling positions or maybe you're interviewing right now?
I know that it was an emotional roller coaster preparing, interviewing and dealing with rejection. It took me quite a few interviews before landing my dream job. That's why I love to talk about this! AND I decided to tag in some help! Thank you to everyone who submitted their advice!Listen in to hear us eloborate on these pieces of advice:
Research the school - Look up demographics, mission, goals and relate how you can contribute.
Don't sell yourself short - Be confident in your skills and experiences.
Embrace your individuality - Admin want to see your genuine personality and fit with school culture.
Prioritize students - Give examples of how you make students a top priority.
Thank you notes - Writing thank you notes that stand out and are appreciated by interviewers.
Seriously, this is a DO NOT MISS!
Resources mentioned:
Coffee with the Counselor
Stress Free School Counselor Bootcamp
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
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More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode, I am sharing all my strategies to help school counselors to tie up loose ends at the end of the school year and support students' mental health over the summer months.
Some Highlights:Implementing Termination strategies for school counseling groups
Creating an End-of-year report and data wall for advocating counselor role
Getting summer support plans in place with community resources
How to make Summer SEL toolkits for parents to support students
Some fun ideas for summer SEL toolkit with activities for families
Resources mentioned:
https://www.stressfreeschoolcounseling.com/coffee
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School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In Today's episode I chat with Lauren Tingle. We are diving into all things school counselor interviews. The do's don'ts, interview preparation and our experiences, we will be sharing advice and tips for common scenarios we have seen!
Lauren is a former high school counselor turned content creator and curriculum writer. She is the high school counseling hype girl behind Counselor Clique helping other high school counselors energize and breathe life into their programs through creative and engaging counseling resources. She’s also the host of the podcast “High School Counseling Conversations” and also runs a membership for high school counselors called the Clique Collaborative where she brings value and fun into high school counseling.
Some topics covered in this episode are:
Creating summer SEL toolkits for busy school counselors. Returning to work after maternity leave in the school counseling field. How to approach job interviews and bring enthusiasm to a new role. Job interviews, storytelling, and overcoming insecurities. Selling one's unique experiences and skills as a school counselor candidate.Resources mentioned:
https://www.stressfreeschoolcounseling.com/bootcamp
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More About School Counseling Simplified:School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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In today's episode I chat with Malisa Hepner, an elementary school counselor and published children's book author. She discusses her background and strategies for building relationships with students and staff. She also shares tips for wrapping up the school year.
Here are some things we covered:How Malisa supports students and staff through intentional relationship-building and acts of kindness to boost morale.
Malisa emphasizes the importance of proactive tier 1 instruction and teaching common SEL skills to teachers.
Advocating for her role while maintaining boundaries and providing summer crisis resources for students.
New counselor advice to build relationships and focus on serving students effectively.
Malisa's self-published children's books related to her counseling lessons on topics like bullying prevention.
Listen in to hear it all!Resources mentioned:
https://www.stressfreeschoolcounseling.com/bootcamp
Create a Summer SEL Toolkit - Thrive Instead of Survive at the End of the Year
Join my school counselor membership IMPACT here!
If you are enjoying School Counseling Simplified please follow and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
Connect with Rachel:
TpT Store
Blog
Instagram
Facebook Page
Facebook Group
Pinterest
Youtube
More About School Counseling Simplified:
School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica.
You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!
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