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Monday Ideas for School Counselors

Weekly articles for school counselors with ideas on how to resolve typical school situations with students, teachers and parents using the solution focused approach.

Avoid Saying: "You Made a Choice!" So Students Make Better Ones

Avoid Saying: "You Made a Choice!" So Students Make Better Ones

Explore how shifting from "You made a choice!" to solution-focused questions can foster better decision-making and student engagement. ...more

Motivating Students

November 04, 20243 min read

When in Doubt, Count the Exceptions

When in Doubt, Count the Exceptions

When challenges arise, look to the exceptions. Discover how focusing on past successes can reveal the steps to solutions, making your work easier and empowering students to succeed. ...more

Exception Seeking

October 28, 20242 min read

Keeping Your Words Alive

Keeping Your Words Alive

Learn how a simple note can continue the solution-focused conversation and empower students beyond the counseling session. ...more

Motivating Students

October 21, 20242 min read

When Students Feel Overwhelmed, Doing Less is Better!

When Students Feel Overwhelmed, Doing Less is Better!

Discover why stepping back when students feel overwhelmed can lead to greater growth and independence. ...more

Motivating Students

October 14, 20242 min read

Teacher vs. Student: The Battle No One Wants (But Everyone Can Win)

Teacher vs. Student: The Battle No One Wants (But Everyone Can Win)

When students feel disliked by their teachers, a solution-focused approach can transform frustration into collaboration. Discover how a brief meeting can change the dynamic. ...more

Respect

October 07, 20243 min read

Got Overwhelm? Try Peer Power.

Got Overwhelm? Try Peer Power.

Learn how creating peer groups can ease overwhelm for school counselors and promote positive behavior among students. Implement a solution focused approach and let peers be the power. ...more

Motivating Students

September 30, 20243 min read

A Better Fix for Student Behaviors

A Better Fix for Student Behaviors

Shift from fixing student misbehavior to uncovering strengths. Learn curiosity-driven steps for lasting change. ...more

Classroom Management

September 23, 20243 min read

Seeing Each Other Through a Respectful Lens

Seeing Each Other Through a Respectful Lens

A simple conversation helped two students build empathy and friendship. Learn how solution-focused questions can foster respect among students. ...more

Respect

September 16, 20244 min read

Welcome Back to Monday Ideas for the 24-25 School Year!

Welcome Back to Monday Ideas for the 24-25 School Year!

Kick off the school year with solution-focused strategies! Learn how the Miracle Question can help you set intentions for a successful week and bring your values to life in the classroom, with colleag... ...more

Miracle Question

September 09, 20241 min read

Ending Well Leads to a Better Beginning

Ending Well Leads to a Better Beginning

Celebrate the end of the school year with solution-focused strategies to recognize achievements and set positive future goals. ...more

School Climate

May 20, 20242 min read

Using Personal Skills in the Classroom

Using Personal Skills in the Classroom

Discover how using personal life skills in the classroom can transform student interactions as the school year draws to a close. ...more

Motivating Students

May 13, 20242 min read

A Stunningly Simple Way to Make a Difference

A Stunningly Simple Way to Make a Difference

Discover how a simple act of smiling can transform a school environment, making a significant difference in everyone's day. ...more

Mental Health

May 06, 20241 min read

Saying Hello to Challenging Students

Saying Hello to Challenging Students

Discover impactful strategies for connecting with challenging students to improve classroom dynamics and enhance teacher-student relationships. ...more

Teacher Relief

April 29, 20242 min read

More than a Theory

More than a Theory

Explore how simple, solution-focused approaches transform school counseling, empowering clients to envision and realize their desired outcomes. ...more

Motivating Students

April 22, 20242 min read

Navigating the Final School Weeks with a Solution-Focused Approach

Navigating the Final School Weeks with a Solution-Focused Approach

Discover how a solution-focused approach can transform the final weeks of school into a period of growth and success. ...more

Teacher Relief

April 14, 20242 min read