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new counselor

by emanie

Apr 13, 2010

If anyone knows of job fairs for north carolina or norfolk virgina please let me know. Also if someone has information on counseling in the probation field in north carolina I'd like to receive that information as well...emanie

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Stumped at an interview

by Louise

Apr 15, 2010

I had an interview recently and 2 questions stumped me. I was hoping to get some insight into possible answers in case I face these questions again!

1. What is your view on confidentitality? (I was fine answering this part). What if the student is 18?

2. How will you evaluate your programs to meet current state standards, standard...See More

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Wondering how I can afford a masters? What's your story?

by Change

Apr 19, 2010

Hello all. I posted earlier about my interest in counseling. I am currently teaching and would really love to make the switch. I would do it in a heartbeat if I wasn't worried about affording this degree.

I have an undergrad degree in fine arts and I am certified to teach. I am still paying loans back on my certification and am recently m...See More

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Jamie I was going to do the public service loan forgiveness but you can only do it if you pay under the Income contingent program...with that my loan payment would be well over $600 a month, and would be paid off in 8 years, so in the end I wouldn't actually get any of it "forgiven". the reason my payments are so high is because it's based on my joint in...See MoreI was going to do the public service loan forgiveness but you can only do it if you pay under the Income contingent program...with that my loan payment would be well over $600 a month, and would be paid off in 8 years, so in the end I wouldn't actually get any of it "forgiven". the reason my payments are so high is because it's based on my joint income with my husband. I think it stinks because there is no way we could afford over $600/month, and then we would be paying the whole thing off instead of having any forgiven. I'm trying to figure out the best way to consolidate right now; whatever you do just get everything in writing and make sure you know what you are signing up for!

On 4/25/10, lacey wrote: > it is my understanding that school counselors would fall > under "other school based services" for this program. this program > is fairly new and it is hard to get a lot of info or quesitons > answered by phone, but everyone i spoke to by phone told me i would > be eligible. i hope so! i'm consolidated through direct loan and > i am making payments that are income contingent. either it will > work or i will just make payments forever... > > On 4/24/10, CUTiger wrote: >> I took out loans to pay for grad school before I graduated in 07, >> but I didn't know anything about this program until after I >> graduated. Are School Counselors eligible for this under the >> phrase that says "other school-based services" in >> the "Employment" section? I don't know why, but I was under the >> impression that we weren't eligible. Just be careful with what >> loans you're taking out. I took out a teacher's loan and was >> told that it was eligible for repayment. Once I graduated, I was >> told that it wasn't eligible and that it never was eligible. >> >> I'll get student loan repayment in the military, but I can't wait >> to get out and get back to working with the people :( >> Afghanistan is no place for a summer vacation. >> >> >> >> On 4/21/10, lacey wrote: >>> loans, lots of 'em. i'm going to use "public service loan >>> forgiveness" which will allow me to make payments for 10 >>> years based on my income and all that is left after 10 years >>> will be forgiven. check it out: >>> [link removed]............

Apr 25, 2010

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lacey that's why i plan to continue to file single when i get married. it's based on what you file with the IRS, so if you file single the income contigent plan doesn't cost as much (at least not what they pay school counselors here in SC...).

On 4/25/10, Jamie wrote: > I was going to do the public service loan forgiveness but you can only &g...See Morethat's why i plan to continue to file single when i get married. it's based on what you file with the IRS, so if you file single the income contigent plan doesn't cost as much (at least not what they pay school counselors here in SC...).

On 4/25/10, Jamie wrote: > I was going to do the public service loan forgiveness but you can only > do it if you pay under the Income contingent program...with that my > loan payment would be well over $600 a month, and would be paid off in > 8 years, so in the end I wouldn't actually get any of it "forgiven". > the reason my payments are so high is because it's based on my joint > income with my husband. I think it stinks because there is no way we > could afford over $600/month, and then we would be paying the whole > thing off instead of having any forgiven. I'm trying to figure out > the best way to consolidate right now; whatever you do just get > everything in writing and make sure you know what you are signing up > for! > > On 4/25/10, lacey wrote: >> it is my understanding that school counselors would fall >> under "other school based services" for this program. this program >> is fairly new and it is hard to get a lot of info or quesitons >> answered by phone, but everyone i spoke to by phone told me i would >> be eligible. i hope so! i'm consolidated through direct loan and >> i am making payments that are income contingent. either it will >> work or i will just make payments forever... >> >> On 4/24/10, CUTiger wrote: >>> I took out loans to pay for grad school before I graduated in 07, >>> but I didn't know anything about this program until after I >>> graduated. Are School Counselors eligible for this under the >>> phrase that says "other school-based services" in >>> the "Employment" section? I don't know why, but I was under the >>> impression that we weren't eligible. Just be careful with what >>> loans you're taking out. I took out a teacher's loan and was >>> told that it was eligible for repayment. Once I graduated, I was >>> told that it wasn't eligible and that it never was eligible. >>> >>> I'll get student loan repayment in the military, but I can't wait >>> to get out and get back to working with the people :( >>> Afghanistan is no place for a summer vacation. >>> >>> >>> >>> On 4/21/10, lacey wrote: >>>> loans, lots of 'em. i'm going to use "public service loan >>>> forgiveness" which will allow me to make payments for 10 >>>> years based on my income and all that is left after 10 years >>>> will be forgiven. check it out: >>>> [link removed]............

Apr 26, 2010

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end of year student surveys

by Monica

Apr 20, 2010

I am looking for a K-5 student survey for guidance for the end of the year.

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Leah Are you in an Elementary, Middle or High School? Maybe have an open ended survey, something like the following:

What did you like about the guidance program this year?

What suggestions do you have to improve the guidance program?

Rate the guidance program on a scale from 1 to 5. One being poor, and 5 being very good. ...See More

Apr 22, 2010

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monca Elementary level

On 4/22/10, Leah wrote: > Are you in an Elementary, Middle or High School? Maybe have an open > ended survey, something like the following: > > What did you like about the guidance program this year? > > What suggestions do you have to improve the guidance program? > > Rate the guidance program on a...See More

Apr 26, 2010

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cutting

by Leah

Apr 21, 2010

Cutting was in the news this morning regarding that girl who committed suicide. Click below for a summary of this topic.

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Interview

by Intermediate Teacher

Apr 27, 2010

I have been a classroom teacher for 25 years. I have now applied for a position as a guidance counselor. It has been a while since I finished my counseling certification. I would like some help in preparing for my interview. Could someone refresh my memory briefly on confidentiality? Also, what are some good resources for classroom guidance lessons...See More

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Intermediate Teacher Thanks for you help. My certification had expired, but I went back to school and got it renewed. I was interviewed on Tuesday night, and found out on Wednesday that I got the job. I'm really excited.

May 14, 2010

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GradStu So how was the interview?? What did they ask??

On 5/14/10, Intermediate Teacher wrote: > Thanks for you help. My certification had expired, but I went > back to school and got it renewed. I was interviewed on Tuesday > night, and found out on Wednesday that I got the job. I'm > really excited.

Sep 6, 2010

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Is there a school counselor job website for California

by counselor wannabee

Apr 27, 2010

school counselor positions??? I.E edjoin, etc....

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lynne On 4/27/10, counselor wannabee wrote: > school counselor positions??? I.E edjoin, etc....

I'm not aware of any website specifically for school counseling - most are listed on EdJoin.

May 22, 2010

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middle school bullying activity

by Colleen

Apr 30, 2010

I'm looking for a popular movie for 6th graders that ties in bullying. I would like to make it educational by having questions at the end that they fill out. Any suggestions of movies and some closure questions to go with it?

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