I need to talk to you about something that we often forget but is incredibly important – self-care for school counselors. (Yes, it’s a little bit different than self-care for teachers or even the self-care we help our students implement.) You know those days when you're juggling a hundred … [Read more...]

If you’re a school counselor, you already know about the many responsibilities of this role, especially school counselor time management. Not only are you juggling the dynamic and changing needs of students, but you also have the staff, families, and the greater learning community to keep in mind! … [Read more...]

What are some steps that I can take to transform my cluttered school counselor's office into an organized and efficient workspace that allows me to serve my students better and manage my responsibilities effectively?  Keeping a tidy office at school is essential when you are a counselor. You have … [Read more...]

As counselors, we’re particularly prone to burnout. The days are filled with ups and downs. It can feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster with students, colleagues, and that ever-growing to-do list!  But, amidst the chaos, we're here for a purpose—to make a lasting impact on our students' … [Read more...]

Are you looking for more ways to create a supportive school environment for your students and staff? Building relationships with our students in our schools is one of the most important things to build community at the beginning of each school year. Showing respect and establishing a school … [Read more...]

School counseling time plays a huge role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional needs of students. In fact, that's totally our job! However, there are so many things that get put on our plates intentionally or accidentally that we need to keep an eye on. As school counselors, we are … [Read more...]