Minute Meetings
Ms. Bisbee, the new 5th grade School Counselor, has
been conducting Minute Meetings with all 5th graders to get to know
them. As the name implies, Minute Meetings are very brief. Ms. Bisbee meets
with each student individually and asks them: How is 5th grade going
so far? How are things socially? Do you have some friends in your class? Have
you made some new friends? Are you having trouble with anyone? How are things
going outside of school? How are you doing academically? What school subjects
are your favorites? Are you struggling with any subjects? Are you having
trouble with your staying organized or your study skills? What do you want to
be when you grow up? Do you have any questions for me? Is there anything else
you want me to know about you?
Through these meetings, Ms. Bisbee was able to identify themes of
students’ counseling needs. As a result, she will be offering counseling groups
on stress management and organizational/ study skills, as well as girls’ and
boys’ book clubs. Students and Ms. Bisbee alike have really enjoyed the
opportunity to meet one-on-one and get comfortable with one another.
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