Happy Friday Everyone! This week has flown by; I have been busy prepping for my school year and getting schedules together for my students. For those of you who are new to school counseling, or maybe just looking for ways to be more efficient, I thought I would share the five forms I use the most to help me run my school counseling program. These are forms that work for me; you don't necessarily need to have them in order to be successful. There are some days at school that get crazy and these help me stay organized at the end of the day. 1. To-Do Lists I know this one may seem like a no-brainer, but seriously I don't know what I would do without it. Every day when I get to school I make my to-do list. Does this mean I accomplish everything on it? Absolutely not! Writing down what I need to do helps me remember to do it. If I do not get to the task by the end of the day, it simply goes at the top of my list for the next day. Do to-do list sound boring? Here are some cute printable I found from Kathie's Cloud I have used in the past. Simply print out and put on a clipboard!! 2. School Counselor Referral Forms Referral forms are half-sheets or quarter-sheets teachers can fill out when a student needs to come see you for an unscheduled visit. These are helpful for me, because they have many uses. It is a tangible note that I can keep on my desk until I get a chance to see the student; or it lets me know I need to talk to a student immediately. Here is mine for this school year: 3. Outside Counselor Contact Information Sheet This sheet is very helpful for me. We are in a rural area with limited resources, so sometimes parents are at a loss when it comes to knowing where to take their children when a mental health issue arises outside of the school's expertise. How do you find these resources? About once a year, I call local mental health professionals in the area and ask them if they are willing to be on out outside counselor referral list. Most agencies are more than willing! I put all of this information in an Excel spreadsheet and and keep them handy so whenever the situation arises, I pull one out and hand it to parents. 4. Individual Counseling Planning Sheet This form changed my individual meetings with my students; it gives your time direction and goals. Plus, it keeps you as a school counselor accountable. We all have those situations: A teacher or administer comes to you and asks you to "work with a student." I now have become better versed in asking questions after this statement is made. Behavioral, family, or academics? How long would you like me to meet with them, etc. When I first started out I did not ask these questions, and it made my individual sessions very tough and ambiguous. Here the sheet I use to track my individual sessions: 5. Time-Task Analysis This form can sometimes get lost in the shuffle of a busy school year, but if positions in your district start to be cut, it can be the most important. Time Task Analysis shows exactly where school counselors allot their time, so it is important to put on paper how you are spending your day. After all, I LOVE to answer the question, "What do you do all day?" by pulling out a sheet that has it documented! This form from Missouri's Department of Elementary and Secondary Education can help you document your daily time simply by marking an X in each thirty minute slot. I hope that you find these forms and links helpful! What are some forms you cannot live without during the school year?? I would love to hear your comments below! Have a fabulous weekend! Jessica
10 Comments
Cynthia German
8/4/2017 10:11:10 pm
I have really enjoyed exploring your block, you have such wonderful ideas and resources. This is my second year as a counselor and I really appreciate the links and ideas that you've provided.
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Jessica
8/5/2017 08:44:15 am
I am so glad you enjoyed them! If you are ever wanting to know more about something, feel free to drop a topic in my comments!
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Vrushali
9/28/2017 05:09:48 am
I have a one difficulties . So can you help me . My question is how we make questioners for school counselling. To find out student difficulties. Or problems.
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Debra Sinclair
10/1/2018 05:01:41 pm
Hi Vrushali
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Ruby Khan
2/26/2018 09:18:03 am
I was looking for something like this. Very well explained and organised. Thank you! ❤
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Risi Karben
3/28/2018 08:09:40 pm
I love everything being shared and explained here! Please share more.
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Ann Goff
8/19/2018 03:29:42 pm
Thank you. These will all be so useful to me.
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Debra Sinclair
10/1/2018 04:49:12 pm
I am extremely grateful for this blogger website. I am a second year intern counselor trying to construct a counseling program within a school that is still committed to the traditional guidance counselor model. And I am not good at planning or being assertive. I definitely can use all the help I can get. Thank you
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Debra Gleason
8/23/2019 09:31:36 am
Thanks for the "Request to see the counselor" form. We had one we were using, however chose to print and use this copy instead.
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8/29/2023 05:18:27 am
This schools article is a true gem! It dives into the essence of modern education, offering insights that resonate with both educators and parents. A must-read for anyone passionate about shaping the future through learning
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