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Worksheet: Understanding the Role of a Guidance Counsellor
Reading Passage: Guidance counsellors play an important role in schools by helping students with academic, social, and personal challenges. They are trained professionals who offer support and guidance to help students succeed both in and outside of school. A guidance counsellor can assist with academic planning, such as choosing classes or preparing for college or careers. They also help students develop skills to manage personal issues, like dealing with stress, handling friendships, and making healthy decisions.
In addition to one-on-one sessions, guidance counsellors often lead group sessions and workshops on topics such as study skills, conflict resolution, and goal setting. They provide a safe, non-judgmental space for students to talk openly about their feelings and concerns. Students can talk to a guidance counsellor about personal problems, family issues, or anything else affecting their well-being. Often, counsellors work with teachers, parents, and other professionals to provide the best support for each student.
Meeting with a guidance counsellor is confidential, which means that, in most cases, what a student shares will not be shared with others without their permission. However, counsellors are required by law to report if a student is in danger of harming themselves or others. Overall, guidance counsellors are here to help students feel supported, understood, and prepared to face challenges at school and in life.
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Comprehension Questions:
Section 1: Multiple Choice
1. What is one of the main roles of a guidance counsellor?
o a) To assign grades to students.
o b) To assist students with academic and personal issues.
o c) To supervise teachers in the classroom.
o d) To enforce school discipline policies.
2. When might a guidance counsellor break confidentiality?
o a) When a student shares academic goals.
o b) If a student discusses a career plan.
o c) If a student is in danger of harming themselves or others.
o d) When a student talks about making new friends.
Section 2: Short Answer 3. List two types of support a guidance counsellor might provide to students. 4. Why might a student choose to speak with a guidance counsellor?
3. They can: a. help you out with making friends and: b. help you with a timetable or your homework.
4. Students might want to speak to a guidance counsellor because they will not anyone (unless it is harmful) unlike your parents, who you might be too shy to tell.
Section 3: Reflection and Application 5. Imagine you are facing a challenge at school (e.g., stress about grades, a conflict with friends). How could a guidance counsellor help you handle this situation? 6. Why do you think confidentiality is important in the role of a guidance counsellor?