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As a counselor, how would you use your role to prevent violence in school?

"For me, prevention is still better than cure. Because of this, I will ensure that information drive in the school is intensive across all grade levels. Students who are prone to being violent should know that we do not tolerate violence, while the rest should know that they can turn to the school for help and support should they be the object of violence. Apart from this, I will also encourage the implementation of school activities (e.g. sports, arts, music). Violence is a result of negative energy so I believe that if we keep students busy with productive activities, it will make them more positive individuals."

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  • 1. As a counselor, how would you use your role to prevent violence in school?

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      Offer multiple solutions so the interviewer knows that you have considered different scenarios as you plan this action. Having enough options is important so you are ready for unexpected scenarios.

      Written by Ryan Brown on August 12th, 2014

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      "For me, prevention is still better than cure. Because of this, I will ensure that information drive in the school is intensive across all grade levels. Students who are prone to being violent should know that we do not tolerate violence, while the rest should know that they can turn to the school for help and support should they be the object of violence. Apart from this, I will also encourage the implementation of school activities (e.g. sports, arts, music). Violence is a result of negative energy so I believe that if we keep students busy with productive activities, it will make them more positive individuals."

      Written by Ryan Brown on August 12th, 2014

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      "Violence prevention programs and conflict resolution training/groups. I think being a positive, welcoming presence has a lot of value. And I have access to a crisis management plan that was developed by one of my professors who works in the field if such a program needs to be developed in the district."

      Stephanie's Feedback

      Great ideas--I've provided a suggestion for a slight rewording of your response in the "Revised Answer" section.
      "As a school counselor, I view myself as a meaningful source of knowledge and support in the area of violence prevention. I will develop and deliver violence prevention programs and conflict resolution training/groups, designed to help students express themselves in a healthy, positive way. I think that my positive, welcoming presence will also have a lot of value. Additionally, I have access to a crisis management plan that was developed by one of my professors who works in the field, if such a program needs to be developed in the district."
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