Mighty Minds by Kristin Freytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd EDG 6321: Group Counseling Dr. Kristen Lyons en-us 2022-09-03 16:40:52 UTC 2025-05-04 08:25:00 UTC hello@padlet.com Group Description kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281572264 This group is intended for students who have received three or more discipline 
referrals in the past school year involving insubordination or fighting. The group topics will address appropriate communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. This group will focus on students in grades 10-11. 
]]> 2022-09-03 16:46:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281572264 ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578362 After completing the work in my group, students will have mastered the following mindset and behavior standards.
Mindset Standards
M 1. Believe in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/emotional and physical well-being.
M 3.- Positive attitude toward work and learning

Behavior Standards
B-LS 9.- Decision-making informed by gathering evidence, getting others' perspectives and recognizing personal bias

Social Skills
B- SMS 1.- Responsibility for self and actions
B- SMS 2.- Self-discipline and self-control
B- SS 2.- Positive, respectful and supportive relationships with students who are similar and different from them
B- SS 10.- Cultural awareness, sensitivity and responsiveness

American School Counseling Association. (2021). ASCA student standards: Mindsets & behaviors for student success. https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/7428a787-a452-4abb-afec-d78ec77870cd/Mindsets-Behaviors.pdf

]]> 2022-09-03 17:00:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578362 Publicity Plans kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578634 First, I will work to establish relationships with students to determine who might benefit from this group. To do so, I will spend time in the hallways, the cafeteria, and attend student activities to show my presence in the school. This will help earn trust and show students that I am vested in their lives.

Secondly, I will create a school Instagram page for out school counseling department. I will use it to advertise events, opportunities, and scholarships.  By posting and interacting on my IG stories I can keep a pulse on the vibe of our students.

Finally, I will use social media and my presence to let them know a) what a small group is, b) what’s in it for them, c) why I think they would be perfect for it, and d) what they would bring to the group. ]]> 2022-09-03 17:01:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578634 Pre-Group Screening kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578701 I would start with a  needs assessment ahead of time to gauge student interest. This would be a simple Google Form students could complete during activity period. Then I would use the results to select the right students for my tier 2 small group counseling services. I could also collect data from students when I'm conducting classroom lessons.

Once 10-15 students are selected, I would visit with each member individually for 5-10 minutes to gauge their interest. I would use the "TAP-In" process for pre-group screening (Missouri Comprehensive Guidance & Counseling Programs, 2015). During these brief individual interview sessions, I will tell the student about the group, ask them if they are interested and committed, and then pick the members based on the focus and group needs.

It is critical that I select students who wish to be in the group otherwise the group will not be effective. ]]> 2022-09-03 17:01:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578701 Plans for Informed Consent kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578817 Hallettsville ISD includes an informed consent in the registration packet for students to visit with the school counselors as part of responsive services. However, they must send home separate consent forms for students to participate in groups with other students. Therefore, the informed consent form will be sent home to all parents for consent and students will also sign consenting to their participation in the group. ]]> 2022-09-03 17:01:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578817 Group Ground Rules/Guidelines kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578858 Before beginning the group, we will discuss the most important rules and create a contract. I will guide students to include the following: 1) Be respectful. 2) Be confidential. 3) Be open to sharing, but do not push others.

From there, we will use the participant guidelines/ground rules document and discuss what each guideline would "look like" and "sound like" in our group. This would be done at the first meeting and reiterated as needed in following sessions.]]> 2022-09-03 17:02:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281578858 Stages of Group Dynamics kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579048 Stage 1- This stage will focus on students getting to know each other, setting norms, and building trust (Missouri Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program, 2015). Being a small high school, it is likely the students already know each other or have at least "heard" of each other. The key to this stage is allowing adequate time for ice breakers and sharing opportunities for the members to get to know each other outside the classroom and break through any pre-disposed opinions they may have. I will help the members recognize the common characteristic they share to create a bond. They have all been asked to be members of this group for a purpose. Establishing this purpose and common goals will help build trust and establish norms.

Stage 2- Once relationships are established, the work can begin. During stage two, the lessons can get intense and call on members to participate individually and collaborate with others. If a member is holding back, I will encourage them to share. I will also be careful not to let a member dominate the conversation. It will be important to ensure they have ample opportunity to share their individual struggles, but then time to support each other through the strategies they have learned. After each session, members will complete a simple Google Form which will provide data for me to evaluate the session's effectiveness.

Stage 3- Closing the group will occur during the last session. We will create a group padlet recording skills they have mastered and how they will help them in the future. This will be a good reference for students once the group is over to recall what they have learned and then apply it to their daily lives. We will discuss the continued importance of confidentiality. Finally, I will remind them that I am available for further support and not to forget the other group members. While they will likely not leave best friends, we would discuss how the members could continue to provide support once the group closes. (Examples: simple smile in the hallway, text messages asking for help, speaking up in class when another member needs support). ]]> 2022-09-03 17:02:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579048 Leadership Style kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579156 I would use  a participative leadership style (Cherry, 2022). It will be critical to offer guidance but encourage others to agree or disagree and then contribute their own opinions. I hope to foster a feeling of engagement and motivate the group members to share their feelings on the topic.

]]> 2022-09-03 17:02:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579156 Yalom's Therapeutic Factors kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579232 Universality- This therapeutic factor will help the group because high school students never want to feel they are alone in their struggles. By helping the members to recognize they are all dealing with the same issues, they will be more adept to opening up and helping each other to find ways to solve their problems.

Direct Advice- This factor will be used in the group as I directly advise the members on ways to handle their problems. It will also be utilized as other group members provide suggestions and strategies they may have used in the past that were relevant and applicable to the problems they are facing.]]> 2022-09-03 17:03:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579232 Legal Requirement kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579404 The Texas Education Code section 33.006 states that school counselors must counsel students to develop their personal skills and social abilities by delivering classroom guidance lessons and conducing lessons based on the school's needs. ]]> 2022-09-03 17:03:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579404 Ethical Requirement kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579454 The American School Counseling Association (ASCA) states that school School counselors:
a. Offer culturally sustaining small-group counseling services
based on individual student, school and community needs;
student data; a referral process; and/or other relevant data (ASCA, 2022, p. 4).

This means school counselors are ethically required to hold group sessions that will support students through their academic careers by providing guidance on skills and strategies to enhance their academic path.

]]> 2022-09-03 17:03:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579454 References kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579518 American School Counseling Association. (2021). ASCA student standards: Mindsets & behaviors for student success. https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/7428a787-a452-4abb-afec-d78ec77870cd/Mindsets-Behaviors.pdf

American School Counselor Association. (2016). ASCA ethical standards for school counselors. https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/44f30280-ffe8-4b41-9ad8-f15909c3d164/EthicalStandards.pdf

Cherry, K. (2022, May 23). Leadership styles and frameworks you should know. Verywellmind. https://www.verywellmind.com/leadership-styles-2795312

Missouri Comprehensive Guidance & Counseling Programs. (2015, May). Professional school counselor small group counseling guide: A professional school counselor's guide to planning, implementing, & evaluating school-based counseling groups. https://www.missouricareereducation.org/doc/smallgroup/SmallGroupCounseling.pdf 

SCHOOL COUNSELORS AND COUNSELING PROGRAMS, 2 Tex. Educ. Code § 33.005 (2019). https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/ED/htm/ED.33.htm ]]> 2022-09-03 17:03:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281579518 Counselor Clique Blog kfreytag https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281613868 Ideas and strategies for establishing small groups, facilitating, and group lesson ideas.]]> 2022-09-03 18:42:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kfreytag/r3dtprs7qcz7f8hd/wish/2281613868