Counseling Connections
Tech Tips for School Counselors
As overwhelming as the tech world can be, it can be an equally amazing portal into amazing school counseling ideas and information! I have compiled some short lists of tools that could potentially be meaningful to you as a school counselor.
Social Media Networking
Blogs & Websites
These can provide ideas for lesson plans, connections to other counselors or spark motivation. There are a lot of options for websites and blogs related to counseling. I included only ones that are up to date and current.
All Levels
The Extraordinary School Counselor
Pre-K/Elementary
Entirely Elementary...School Counseling
Middle School
High School
Apps
I will be sharing apps that are relevant to each topic in upcoming issues. Here are a few related to mindfulness and relaxation that you could use with students, or for your personal self-care.
Calm
Headspace
iZen Garden
iZen Garden is a virtual sand tray. Would be a good "may do" for elementary lessons or for individuals at any level.
$3.99
Sand Garden
Breathe, Think, Do
Breathe, Think, Do is an app from Sesame Street that guides young children through relaxation techniques. It is interactive.
Free
No signup required
Color Diary
Color Diary is an app filled with pages to color. Many different colors and filters can be used. I think, with supervision, it would be easy for a wide age range. Here is video describing Color Diary.
Free
No signup required