Debbie Callison
Welcome to our school.
Hi! My name is Debbie Callison, school counselor at IXL and Lincoln Pals. I want parents and families to know I love supporting and teaching your students. So what does a school counselor do anyways? One of the functions of a school counselor is to help students overcome problems. I also work cooperatively with my administrator, teachers and other professionals in assisting students to be life long learners and good decision makers. I also assist families in locating needed resources. I am able to provide lessons on the following topics each week in classrooms. Please see the below list:
- Friendship problems
- School Attendance
- Grades / home work / goal setting
- Career
- Family changes
- Emotions and Feelings
- Empathy
- Kindness
- Self Esteem
- Test anxiety
- Anger Management
- Diversity
- Conflict resolution
- Anti- bullying
- Character lessons
- Social skills
- Personal safety
- Red Ribbon Week~October
- School Wide Program~Bucket Filling
My ultimate goal is to give students the tool they need to solve problems. If a child needs more assistance I provide the following:
- Individual counseling
Confidentiality is important to us! In our school counseling office, what is said here, stays here, with the following exceptions, as required by law and/or ethical standards:
- Harm to self or others
- Abuse or Neglect
- Court or legal proceedings
- Small Group counseling
Every Group starts with a brainstorming session with strengths and weaknesses identified. Goals and Outcomes are determined to ensure we are headed in the right direction. The following group rules apply:
- Respect
- Responsible to do their best!
- What is said in the group stays in the group.
- Assist students and families in connecting with resources in our community and surrounding areas. Please call me at (620) 441-2055, if you want information on the following:
- Magnet
- Coat drive
- Energy assistance
- Children’s Miracle Network
- Shoes / Socks
Check out the 2nd grade winners for the Tattling versus Telling Turkey activity.
