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DMPS Third Grade Core Counseling


Lesson Topic
Objective
ASCA Standards
Materials & Resources

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


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Predict the consequences of identified solutions/options
PS:B1.1
 




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PS:B1.2

Building Resiliency Activity 1 p. 83, choice cards p. 85-88

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?

Simon's Hook by Karen Gedig Burnett - DMPS Lesson Plan
Safe and Caring Schools Gr 3-5 - The Power to Choose p. 156-175 

​Relationships​
October - November
Examine conflict resolution skills in situations involving peers

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Apply understanding of qualities that are helpful in making and keeping good friends
PSB1.6

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PS:A2.8
ADDRESS BULLYING SITUATIONS/STRATEGIES DURING THIS OBJECTIVE. 
​Safe and Caring Schools Gr 3-5 pgs. 136-155

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DEFINE BULLYING WHEN ADDRESSING THIS OBJECTIVE. 
​Wanted: One Good Friend - DMPS Lesson Plan
The School Counselor's Guide Activity P-40, p. 167-168

​Personal Safety & Wellbeing
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​December
Develop an awareness of using the internet safely
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Explain age-appropriate responses to intimidating and/or threatening behaviors directed toward self (i.e. abduction)
PS:A1.7




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PS:C1.2
Third Grade Internet Safety Lessons - DMPS Lesson Plan
"Safe Side Internet Safety" (DVD)
Safe Side Resources
Netsmartz.org

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Escape School Video (DVD) - DMPS Lesson Plan
"All Alone After School" by Muriel Stanek - DMPS Lesson Plan

Academic Responsibility
January-February
Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of attendance by developing a measurable goal about attendance tied to learning outcomes


Identify how to appropriately respond to anxiety, other feelings, and impulses in testing situations using calming strategies



​Differentiate between a long-term and short-term academic goal and set an academic goal
LS.7
A:B2.1





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SM.7
A:A1.5
A:A2.4





​LS.7
A:B2.4
A:B1.7
Attendance Goal




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Relaxation skills for dealing with stress or test anxiety
The School Counselor's Guide Activity P42 - "Milkshake" p. 170, Activity P44 - "My Worry Bee" p. 176;
"Tyler Tames the Testing Tiger" by Janet M Bender - DMPS Lesson Plan



Setting Clear Goals - DMPS Lesson Plan
Building Resiliency ​by Karen Griffith, pgs. 65-68

Self-Regulation
February-March
Identify effective strategies for managing feelings of self and others appropriately


Demonstrate understanding of the consequences of choices and actions

​Begin to recognize personal strengths
PS:B1.3




PS:B1.2


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​PS:A1.1
PS:A1.2
​PS:A1.10
REVIEW PROBLEM SOLVING MODEL FIRST
"Hunter and His Amazing Remote Control" by: Lori and Copeland
Yoga 4 Classrooms
"Ready...Set...R.E.L.A.X." by Jeffrey S. Allen MEd

​Safe and Caring Schools Gr 3-5 lessons pgs. 158-160



The School Counselor's Guide Activity P36, pg. 161;
"Rainbow Fish" by Marcus Pfister
"Making Friends is an Art" by Julia Cook
​"More Activities that Teach" by Tom Jackson
Safe and Caring Schools Gr 3-5 - p.181 "Safe and Caring You" 

College, Career & Educational Pathways
April-May
Understand the connection between personal interests, academic strengths, and growth areas


Explain what a career cluster is about and identify personal career choices within a career cluster

​Exposure to levels of education, degrees/certificates, and cost of post-sec
C:A2:8
C:B1.2
C:C1.1
C:C1.3


C:A1:3
C:B1.4



​​C:C1.1
"Ziggy's Bue Ribbon Day" by Claudia Mills - DMPS Lesson Plan
The School Counselor's Guide Activity C-13 pg77




"Who Am I?" - DMPS Lesson Plan
kids.gov​


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Share your personal educational path poster and discuss what it means.  It might not be a stand alone lesson but should be integrated when addressing other career lessons; Access college websites to explore post-sec options


Email Nyla Mowery if you have a great resource that you want to add.
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