See Something, Say Something

Friday afternoon we closed out the week with an all school assembly.  We cheered for our returning students, as well as the students that have joined us this year.  We were even led in cheers by the high school cheer team!  It was a very fun filled assembly!

However, Dr. Leonard did take a moment to share an easy to remember motto with students, "See Something, Say Something."  This was presented to us as a staff in a school security meeting prior to the start of the school year.  See Something, Say Something was shared with our students in regards to the ways we interact with each other.  Later this week in Advisory students will talk through this motto together.  They will be asked to talk about the following questions:

1. What are things you might see that need to be shared for the good of others?
2. What would you say in response and to whom?

We will also tie "See Something, Say Something" to our four values of Respect, Compassion, Scholarship and Integrity.  

I also wanted to take a moment to share some more information with you about what school counselors do.  I like this document, The Role of the School Counselor, as an overview.  This year I will be seeing students for guidance lessons in Wellness classes and interjecting some lessons into the Advisory program.  Lessons are based on these Guidance Curriculum Standards.  I am also available to meet with students individually or in small groups on an as needed basis.  Students are welcome to stop by, send me an email or fill out a counselor request slip (on my door and in the main office) to arrange a time to talk.