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DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Important Dates and Announcements
Welcome 2 new counselors Ms. A. Cathell and Mr. M. Nazer to South Meck.
Students please pay close attention to your new counselors caseload.
Caseloads have changed for some students, some students will have new or different counselors for 2026-2027 school year.
August 13, 2026: Sabre Start-up (Rising 9th grade students)
August 14, 2026: Sabre Start-up (Rising 9th grade students)
August 18, 2026: Walk your Schedule Day
August 25, 2026: First day of the 26-27 school year!!
August 28, 2026: Senior Sunrise
September 7, 2026: Labor Day (No School)
September 8, 2026: Title IX courses in Homeroom
September 9, 2026: Title IX courses in Homeroom
September 21, 2026: Teacher Workday
September 26, 2026: Homecoming Dance
September 30, 2026: Underclassman Picture Day
QUICK LINKS
QUICK LINKS
DISTRICT LINKS
DISTRICT LINKS
South Meck
2026-2027 Administrator and Counselors
Students Last Name A- Cao:
Assistant Principal: Ms. Pearman jaime.pearman@cms.k12.nc.us
Counselor: Ms. Cathell annal.cathell@cms.k12.nc.us
Students Last Name Cap- Fis:
Assistant Principal: Ms. Pearman jaime.pearman@cms.k12.nc.us
Counselor: Ms. Blair jenniferl.blair@cms.k12.nc.us
Students Last Name Fit – Hor:
Assistant Principal: Ms. Meekins dayshat.meekins@cms.k12.nc.us
Counselor: Mr. Snipes lawrenceb.snipes@cms.k12.nc.us
Students Last Name Hos-Mart:
Assistant Principal: Ms. Meekins dayshat.meekins@cms.k12.nc.us
Counselor: Ms. Vargas stephanie.vargas@cms.k12.nc.us
Students Last Name Maru – Pem:
Assistant Principal: Mr. Lyall benjaminm.lyall@cms.k12.nc.us
Counselor: Mr. Nazer michaelj.nazer@cms.k12.nc.us
Students Last Name Pen – She:
Assistant Principal: Mr. Lyall benjaminm.lyall@cms.k12.nc.us
Counselor: Ms. Englert christinee.englert@cms.k12.nc.us
Students Last Name Shy- Z:
Assistant Principal: Ms. Edwards crystala.edwards@cms.k12.nc.us
Counselor: Ms. Padrick rachela.padrick@cms.k12.nc.us
How the South Mecklenburg High School Student Services Department Supports Students and Families
Academic Support
Academic advisement for course selection and career exploration
Support for students and academic achievement
Consultation and collaboration with parents, teachers, and community for academic success
Support to create a safe and positive learning experience
College and Career Support
Support in college research and application process
Assistance with scholarship search
Career and college classroom guidance activities
Support for developing student career awareness
Parent workshops and information sessions
Personal and Social Support
Assistance with evaluating interests, abilities, skills and achievement
Individual counseling with students
Consultation and collaboration with parents, teachers, and community
Crisis intervention
Referrals to community resources and agencies
MISSION STATEMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
The South Mecklenburg High School Student Services Department is committed to supporting the academic, career, and personal/social development of every student. Through collaboration with all stakeholders, we empower students to reach their full potential and become globally competitive lifelong learners.
VISION STATEMENT
VISION STATEMENT
Our vision is for every Sabre to be known, supported, and inspired to achieve excellence, develop their unique strengths, and confidently pursue a future of purpose, leadership, and lifelong learning.
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