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Pleasant View Elementary. School Counseling Program Results of “I” Statement Lessons (2 sessions) . National Standards. Students will acquire the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and interpersonal skills to help them understand and respect self and others . Pleasant View Student Competency.
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Pleasant View Elementary School Counseling Program Results of “I” Statement Lessons (2 sessions)
National Standards • Students will acquire the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and interpersonal skills to help them understand and respect self and others.
Pleasant ViewStudent Competency • Pleasant View students will: *Respect others *Cooperate with others *Resolve Conflicts Effectively/Peacefully *Develop Interpersonal Skills
Classroom Presentations • Counselor met with all 3rd graders • 75 total students • “I” Statement Lesson
62% of 3rd graders knew “I” statements are “one” way to solve a problem with another person. 84% of 3rd graders know “I” statements are “one” way to solve a problem with another person. Pre Results Post
Positive Outcome (Demonstration)Not just saying…..doing. 3rd grade students demonstrated “I” message skills in: • Conflicts involving friends • Peers using negative criticism
20% of 3rd graders reported they could use and I statement to solve a problem with another person. 100% of students demonstrated the knowledge and proper use of and “I statement given a variety of conflicts they may face. 77% stated they felt comfortable enough to use one. Pre Results Post
Implications • 3rd graders can learn to speak up for themselves in a non-violent, productive way. • Students are solving some problems for themselves. Therefore, teacher have more time to teach.
What we learned • Students will attempt use of the “I” message once taught • Students need to understand that this is not the only method of conflict management • Small groups for extended practice using “I” Statements may be helpful for students still receiving DRs (Discipline Referrals)
School Counselors contribute in a meaningful way to academic achievement of all students.