Podcast
Counselor Accents
Hosted by Laura Rankhorn and Kim Crumbley · EN
A school counseling podcast for school counselors! Join us as we share practical tips for school counselors, social emotional learning strategies, and technology that will enhance your counseling program. We are 2 school counselors who love our jobs, and we happen to have southern accents, bless our hearts.
elementary school counselors, middle school counselors, high school counselors, educator podcast, education, substance abuse, trauma informed schools, small groups, individual counseling, virtual counseling, grief counseling, mental health, career lessons, academic counseling, self care
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Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program – Episode 3: Game On! Engaging Students with Quick Wins
Oct 300:16:03Tap to summarize🎃 Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program – Episode 3: Game On! Engaging Students with Quick Wins 🎃Sometimes the best connections with students happen in the smallest moments. In this episode of our Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program series, we’re sharing how to use quick games and engaging questions to build relationships, spark conversations, and add energy to your counseling program.From Plinko boards 🎯 to spinning wheels 🎡 to simple “Would You Rather” questions, these fun tools make counseling approachable, break the ice, and create memorable moments without taking up a lot of time.We’ll cover:🍁 How to set up easy “pop-up” counseling stations with interactive games🍁 Question prompts that get students talking (and laughing)🍁 Ways to use games for SEL check-ins, coping skills practice, and career chats🍁 How these playful strategies can double as powerful data-collection toolsIf you’re ready to add some fall flavor, boost student engagement, and show that counseling can be both meaningful and fun, this episode will give you practical ideas you can try tomorrow!☕️ Grab your pumpkin spice latte and tune in for quick, game-changing strategies!
Transcribe →Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program – Episode 2: Micro-Mentoring Magic 🎃
Sep 2900:14:42Tap to summarizeWhat if you could give students a taste of real-world careers in just the time it takes to sip a pumpkin spice latte? ☕️ In this episode of our Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program series, we’re talking about the power of Micro-Mentoring with Local Professionals.Instead of a full-day career fair that leaves you drained, micro-mentoring offers short, meaningful connections between students and community members. Think of it as a career espresso shot—small, energizing, and packed with impact.We’ll share:Simple formats for in-person or virtual mentoring sessionsHow to invite busy professionals with a time-friendly askInteractive ideas to make each session engaging and memorableWays to collect quick data and showcase impactHow this idea positions you as a leader and connector in your school communityIf you’re ready to add some fall flavor to your career readiness efforts and brew up stronger community partnerships, this episode will inspire you to make micro-mentoring part of your school counseling recipe.
Transcribe →Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program – Episode 1: Pop-Up School Counseling
Sep 2300:16:32Tap to summarize🎃 Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program – Episode 1: Pop-Up School CounselingIt’s time to add some fall flavor to your counseling program! In this brand-new series, Pumpkin Spice Up Your School Counseling Program, we’re sharing creative, practical, and fun ideas that will freshen up the way you connect with students.In this first episode, we’re talking about Pop-Up School Counseling—unique ways to bring your support out of the office and into the spaces where students naturally are. From hallway check-ins to surprise lunchtime activities, we’ll explore how “pop-up” counseling breaks stigma, increases visibility, and creates meaningful connections in unexpected places.If you’re looking for fresh ideas to meet students right where they are, this episode will leave you inspired (and maybe craving a pumpkin spice latte).☕️ Tune in, take notes, and get ready to spice up your school counseling program!
Transcribe →🎧 Counselor Kickstart – Day 5: Low-Prep Lunches for the Break You Might Never Get
Aug 8, 202500:17:50Tap to summarizeSchool counselors know the truth — “lunch break” often just means eating over your keyboard, between classroom visits, or while making copies. In this episode, we’re serving up quick, easy, and delicious low-prep or no-prep lunch ideas that will keep you fueled for the whirlwind of your day.From grab-and-go protein options to creative bento box combinations, these tips are designed for busy school counselors who barely have time to breathe, let alone heat up a gourmet meal. Whether you’ve got 10 minutes to eat or just 2, you’ll leave with practical ideas you can start using tomorrow.🍎 Listen in and take back your lunch — even if it’s in your office with the door half-shut.
Transcribe →School Counselor Kickstart Day 4: Explaining Your Role as the School Counselor to the Staff at Your School
Aug 7, 202500:15:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re diving into one of the most important (and often overlooked) parts of being a school counselor: clearly communicating your school counseling role to the staff you work with every day. Whether you're tired of being asked to cover classes or want to build stronger, more collaborative relationships with teachers and administrators, this conversation is for you. You'll hear practical tips for defining your role, setting boundaries, and helping your school community understand all of the ways you support students. Let’s make sure your work is seen, valued, and respected from day one.
Transcribe →School Counselor Kickstart Day 3: Organizing Your Desk
Aug 6, 202500:19:14Tap to summarizeIs your desk more "paper avalanche" than productivity zone? You're not alone—and we've got you.In this episode, we're talking all about how to turn your school counseling workspace into a well-oiled, stress-reducing, task-tackling machine. 🧠✨ From creative storage hacks to time-saving desk zones, we’re breaking down what actually works in the real world of school counseling (read: when you have 2 minutes between a crisis and carline).You'll learn:The must-have items every counseling desk should includeWhat to ditch, what to delegate, and what to organize once and for allOur favorite lesser-known tools and systems that keep things running smoothlyHow your desk setup can support—not sabotage—your daily prioritiesWhether you’re brand new to the role or just ready for a reset, this episode will help you reclaim your workspace and refocus your energy where it matters most: your students. 💛So grab a trash can, a label maker, and maybe a snack—we’re diving in!
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