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DMPS Fourth Grade Core Counseling


Lesson Topic
Objective
ASCA Standards
Materials & Resources

Problem Solving
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September
Independently apply the steps of a problem-solving model to a variety of situations

Understand the the consequences of decisions and choices

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Begin to evaluate the effectiveness of a chosen solution and understand how mistakes help us learn
PS:B1.1



A:B2.5
PS:B1.2

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PS:B1.2
​A:A1.4

Building Resiliency  Activity 3  p. 94-109  
"Trouble Talk" by Tracy Ludwig - Colorado Lesson Plan


Building Resiliency  Activity 4 p.110-114 
"Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse" by Kevin Henkes - DMPS Lesson Plan

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​THE MODEL EACH BUILDING CHOOSES MUST ADDRESS: Problem Solving Model Common Elements: 1. identify the problem, 2. options/choices, 3. pros/cons; advantages/disadvantages, 4. solution, 5. how well is it working?

​​Relationships​
October - November
Analyze choices and consequences of conflict utilizing the problem solving model
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Recognize behaviors in self and others that positively or negatively impact a sense of school community
PS:B1
​PS:B1.2


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PS:A1.6 PS:A1.9
ADDRESS BULLYING SITUATIONS/STRATEGIES DURING THIS OBJECTIVE.
"Mr. Peabody's Apples" by Madonna - DMPS Lesson Plan

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DEFINE BULLYING WHEN ADDRESSING THIS OBJECTIVE.. 
"Just Kidding" by Trudy Ludwig - DMPS Lesson Plan
The School Counselor's Guide "Building Blocks" (P-04), "(P-55) 
"How Do I Stand in Your Shoes?" by: Susan DeBell - DMPS Lesson Plan
Safe and Caring Schools Gr 3-5 January Lessons

Personal Safety & Wellbeing
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​December
Recognize a variety of potential internet dangers

​Demonstrate age-appropriate strategies for responding to inappropriate physical contact (peer to peer and adult to child); anything that makes you feel uncomfortable 
PS:A1.7

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PS:C1.2 PS:C1.3 PS:C1.4
Netsmartz Preteen Presentation

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If It Happens to You Video (Learn 360)

Academic Responsibility
January-February
Understand one's personal responsibility for daily attendance and the connection to future success
 
Demonstrate basic goal setting techniques to write  SMART goals for academic growth. 
A:A3.4
AB2.6
A:B1.6


A:A2.1
A:A2.2
A:B1.1
A:B1.3
​A:B2.1 PS:A1.3
The Impact of Attendance Lesson
Building Resiliency  Activity 2 - "Setting Goals" pg 65-68


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Fourth Grade Study Skills Lessons - DMPS Lesson Plan
SMART Goal Map Worksheet
​Reflect on one's experiences with testing situations and identify strategies for improvement  ​

Self-Regulation
February-March
Demonstrate  strategies for appropriately managing one's feelings

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​Recognize personal strengths 
PS:A1.5
​PS:A1.8
PS:B1.4

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PS:A1.10
Life Changing Events Unit in Missouri Curriculum
Yoga 4 Classrooms
"Ready...Set...R.E.L.A.X." by Jeffrey S. Allen MEd


​​"Dancing in the Wings" by Debbie Allen - DMPS Lesson Plan
"Jose! Born to Dance" by Susanna Reich
"America’s Champion Swimmer" by David Adler
"Salt in His Shoes" by Deloris Jordan

College, Career & Educational Pathways
April-May
Explain the connection between personal and academic abilities, interests, and hobbies in relation to personal career interests

Continue to explore different career interests within each of the career clusters
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Begin to develop awareness of and aspirations for future educational opportunities
C:A2:8
C:B1.2
C:C1.1
C:C1.3
C:C2.1

C:A1:3
C:B1.4

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C:C1.7
Strengths activity sheet - DMPS Pinterest Board

 

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Career Cluster - Bureau of Labor Statistics
Fourth Grade Career Lessons - DMPS Lesson Plan

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​Fourth Grade Career Lessons - DMPS Lesson Plan
Paws In Jobland


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