Transform unexpected behaviors into learning opportunities using social stories and games. This post walks through why kids may not know expected behavior and offers how to craft playful, visual stories and group games to teach school rules, transitions, and routines, making behavior learning engaging, clear, and supportive for students and educators.

Build trust and help students feel comfortable by introducing yourself and your role. This post shares four fun, grade‑appropriate activities, like using Mrs. Potato Head, a Counselor Toolbox, game show quizzes, and true/false team challenges, that invite students to guess what a counselor does and clear up misconceptions in a playful, memorable way. A printable handout helps families learn too.

Start by decluttering and identifying the pieces you truly love and wear. Build your capsule with quality staples like tees, midi skirts, tailored trousers, and layering pieces. Mix these with seasonable additions around your personal style. The goal? A simplified, versatile wardrobe that fits your educator or counselor role, and reduces morning outfit stress.

Teaching children self‑awareness gives them tools to understand and express their feelings, strengths, and values. This post outlines simple activities, like emotions journaling, identifying body signals, journaling, vision boards, and guided conversations, that support metacognition, emotional identification, and self‑reflection in age‑appropriate ways.

You’re ready to land a school counseling job. This post offers seven practical strategies, from tailoring your resume and cover letter, choosing the right title and structure, to preparing concrete interview stories. Learn how to speak the language of school counseling and let your strengths shine so hiring teams can see the real you.