Oct 29, 2024
October is Bullying prevention month. I couldn't let the month get past without touching on the importance of teaching students to be "upstanders" as a key bullying prevention strategy. I am introducing the concept of an upstander as someone who witnesses bullying and intervenes to stop it, in contrast to a bystander...
Oct 22, 2024
Halloween is just around the corner, and I know you are looking for fun and engaging ways to incorporate the season into your lessons and activities.
In this episode, I'm sharing 5 creative ways you can use Halloween candy buckets to liven up your counseling sessions. From identifying and changing negative thoughts to...
Oct 15, 2024
It's Part 2 of the Small Group Planning podcast episodes. Today I am diving into the planning and implementation of small group counseling.
If you didn't catch Part I, I covered the logistics of getting small groups started, but now we will focus on the curriculum development, group structure, and data collection...
Oct 1, 2024
In today's episode, I am talking on the importance of creating a classroom calming corner - a designated safe space for students to manage their emotions. I'll be discussing the benefits of calming corners for teachers, counselors, and students, as well as practical steps for setting them up effectively. I'll also touch...