Finding Me Group by https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy Lelia Ramirez- EDG 6321 en-us 2023-09-16 00:27:15 UTC 2023-09-17 16:35:52 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f420.png Group Description with Action Plan lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706498321 The name of the group is “Finding Me”. The group topic that will be discussed is self-awareness. The group will be working to enhance their ability to recognize their own feelings, thoughts, and actions.  The students in this group are between the ages of 5-10 years old. ]]> 2023-09-16 00:59:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706498321 ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706819282 The group participants will master the following standards upon completion:

B-SMS 1. Responsibility for self and actions
 
B-SMS 2. Self-discipline and self-control

B-SMS 6. Ability to identify and overcome barriers

B-SMS 7. Effective coping skills

B-LS 4. Self-motivation and self- direction for learning

B-SS 2. Positive, respectful and supportive relationships with students who are similar to and different from them

B-SS 9. Social maturity and behaviors appropriate to the situation and environment
                  (American School Counselor Association, 2021) ]]> 2023-09-16 13:58:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706819282 Publicity of Group lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706842327 There will be a variety of ways to disseminate the information for the small group audiences.

STUDENTS: Any information for students will be available for them to view and read on the school's student platforms. For students K-2 the platform is Seesaw and 3-5 students is Schoology.

PARENTS: Information for parents will be sent on the school's platform to keep parents informed which is Schoolstatus. Through this platform, all information is sent including flyers and website links.

TEACHERS: Information for teachers will be sent by school email.

ADMINISTRATORS: Information for administrators will be sent by school email.

COMMUNITY: Information for the community will be posted on the campus' website and post on the campus' Twitter and Facebook account.]]> 2023-09-16 14:31:55 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706842327 Pre-Group Interview/Screening lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706941684 Once the teachers refer student names, the school counselor will bring the group together for introductions and information about the group and to spark and gauge interest. During this informal gathering, counselor will visually observe participant interaction with each other.

The group will also be assessed individually through an online screening of questions asking about their readiness, willingness, and interest to participate. This assessment will be available to students through the student online platform readily available to them.

After individual data is gathered and interpreted, participants will screened as a group and be provided detailed information about the group, all expectations, and rules. They will be asked about their willingness and interest. 

(Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators, 2015)

]]> 2023-09-16 17:23:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706941684 Consent for Group Participation lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706950407 It is imperative that parental/guardian informed consent is obtained from each group participant.

The informed consent form will be sent home with each participant for parents to view, read, sign, and return with student.

The school counselor will ensure that each parent is informed and consent the participation, by also sending the form electronically through Ready Sign to receive an electronic signature.

(Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators, 2015) ]]> 2023-09-16 17:39:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706950407 Guidelines and Ground Rules of Group lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706967647 The rules that could be predetermined by the school counselor are the basic ones such as 
  • confidentially
  • attendance is important
  • show up prepared
  • be willing to participate
  • show general respect when someone else is speaking
  • no cross talking
The group will also participate in coming up with other norms together as a group, to add/delete until everyone is in agreement.  Together as a group, a contract could be developed with everyone's understanding that it can all be modified if needed.

(Andres Hyman & Bellamy, 2009) & (Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators, 2015) 

This resources provides information to help the school counselor set the ground rules and expectations for the group. 
                                      (Andres Hyman & Bellamy, 2009) 
]]> 2023-09-16 18:13:54 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706967647 Group Dynamics lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706970086 STAGE 1: At this stage, lots of team building needs to occur to begin to build trust with group members. The group norms will be established together and written on chart paper to be posted in the classroom for easy viewability to review at any time. Confidentiality will be addressed each time and participants will be reminded of the importance of honesty and trust amongst each other. 
                                   (Andres Hyman & Bellamy, 2009)

During the first session going over 
  • confidentiality
  • the goals
  • purpose
  • discussing participation
  • policies
  • connection with peers
  • encouraging building sense of belonging
  • continued expectations of the group members
  • discussion of end date and visibly posting 
    (Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators, 2015) 

STAGE 2: During this stage, the counselor continues to model and enforce all expectations while guiding students with the continued work on goals and expectations (Andres Hyman & Bellamy, 2009). 

The counselor must be on the lookout for any cues that show failure such as:
  • sense of lethargy
  • verbal or non-verbal boredom 
  • periods of silence
  • patterns of attendance or tardies
                                         (Andres Hyman & Bellamy, 2009)

To alleviate these barriers, the counselor can implement:
  • relaxation activities
  • role play
  • create support networks
  • activities to promote group's purpose
  • icebreakers
                                           (Andres Hyman & Bellamy, 2009)

STAGE 3: This being the last stage, it is imperative that the counselor continues:
  • reviewing confidentiality
  • resist temptation to continue group
  • plan for post-group follow-up sessions
  • encourage accountability
  • plan saying good-bye
(Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators, 2015)

By the end of this stage, the counselor's responsible for:
  • reducing reliance on group
  • identify resources for members
  • celebrate endings
                                       (Andres Hyman & Bellamy, 2009)

As the school counselor, the issue of confidentiality will be addressed with a constant reminder for group participants during each stage and during the follow-ups.
]]> 2023-09-16 18:19:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706970086 Group's Leadership Style lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706970923 The leadership style that will be best for this group is the participative leadership (Cherry, 2023).  The school counselor will be making the final decisions but will allow input from the group participants to make them feel connected and empowered.

This approach will work best with this population because no matter what they always provide good insight from their points of view that an adult may not notice. The group members will feel ownership over the group and will make them more comfortable to openly and actively participate.]]> 2023-09-16 18:21:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706970923 Therapeutic Factors lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706971704 The Yalom theraputic factors that could potentially be seen taking place during the group sessions are:
  • Development of socializing techniques - social learning or development of interpersonal skills
  • Imitative behavior - taking on the manner of group members who function more adequately
  • Direct Advice - receiving and giving suggestions for strategies for handling problems
  • Interpersonal learning - receiving feedback from others and experimenting with new ways of relating
(Yalom, 1995)

These factors could potentially help increase all of the group members' self awareness and become more successful socially and academically.
]]> 2023-09-16 18:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2706971704 Legal Requirements lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2707138738 According to ASCA School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies, school counselors, B-SS 3. Provide short-term counseling in small-group and individual settings.

This behavior standard & competency includes:
  • using data to identify needs
  • provide support during times of transition, stress, critical change, or other situations keeping students from being succesful
  • distinguish between appropriate short-term counseling and inappropriate long-term therapy
  • explain impact of adverse experiences, trauma, and use techniques
  • respond with appropriate intervention strategies to meet student needs during and after crisis response
                (American School Counselor Association, 2022)

]]> 2023-09-17 03:55:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2707138738 Legal Requirements lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2707146285 The following standard states the school counselors' duties for meeting students' needs through small group counseling that includes small groups, parent consent, member selections, data, and techniques.

It states directly from the resource:
Standard II. Learner-Centered Skills: The certified school counselor must: 
 (3) counsel individuals and small groups using appropriate counseling theories and techniques in response to students' needs;  
(4) consult with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and other individuals as appropriate to enhance his or her work with students; 
 (5) coordinate resources, referrals, and follow-up procedures for students within the school and community;  (6) demonstrate proficiency in teaching small and large groups by actively engaging students in the learning process;  
(7) participate in the selection, use, and interpretation of assessments and assessment results;  
(8) use multiple sets of information and data to make decisions about students, programs, and services;  
(9) use counseling-related research techniques and evidence-based practices to address student needs; 
                                     (19 Tex. Admin. Code §239.15)

The standard strongly supports the school counselors' roles in conducting group counseling sessions. Staying informed and knowing all the Legal and Ethical requirements helps all school counselors to continue to advocate for our roles.]]> 2023-09-17 04:19:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2707146285 References lrenteria13 https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2707148835 2023-09-17 04:29:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lrenteria13/qzqeh1hqgj247iqy/wish/2707148835