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Solution Focused Approach Ideas

Wizards of What’s Working: A School Counselor Tribute

Celebrate school counselors - the unsung heroes who guide with heart, spotlight strengths, and cast quiet magic through every “what’s working?” they ask.

Wizards of What’s Working: A School Counselor Tribute

Itchy Times: Turning Challenges into Opportunities

Stuck in the same cycles with students, parents, and conflicts? Learn how a solution-focused mindset can transform frustrating interactions into opportunities for growth.

Itchy Times: Turning Challenges into Opportunities

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.

When in Doubt, Count the Exceptions

A Fool Proof Exercise to Identify EXCEPTIONS!

Discover a light and engaging activity to help students identify and expand upon moments of success, encouraging a solutions-focused approach to overcoming challenges.

A Fool Proof Exercise to Identify EXCEPTIONS!