Decatur Student Center at
Beacon Hill Middle School
Welcome to the DSC at Beacon Hill Middle School
The Decatur Student Center (DSC) provides wrap-around services beyond the scope of the school counseling program. The DSC began at the high school but has become a K-12 district initiative to address the needs of students, pre-K through 12th. The program has two physical locations, the DSC @ DHS and the DSC @ BHMS.
Students can receive individual and small group counseling for social-emotional concerns, as well as support for academics and post-secondary planning. Programming needs are determined through surveys, data review, and student voice. The DSC provides services through CSD therapists and contracts with outside therapists and organizations, as well as through collaborative programs with Georgia State University's Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program. The two physical centers also offer a clothing closet, hygiene products, school supplies, and support for food insecurity.
Student Center Counselor
We are looking forward to welcoming our new Student Center Counselor for the 2024-2025 school year!
The BHMS Student Center Counselor will:
Work in collaboration and partnership, under the supervision of CSD's Coordinator of Wraparound Services, to ensure that students have access and availability to services provided by the Decatur Student Center.
Provide individual and group counseling, as well as other support services, to prepare students academically, socially and emotionally for success in their current and post graduation endeavors.
Build relationships with students to support student success and retention.
Foster the success of students by assisting with the coordination of community services and growing school partnerships with community organizations.
Student Center Therapists
Fonta High, CSD Therapist
LPC, NCC, MAC, CPCS
Connie Soave
CSD Counseling Intern
Gabby Goselin
CSD Counseling Intern
Nafis Ricks
CSD Counseling Intern
Ally Lindner, LPC
Pathways Transitions Program
Contact Information:
Dr. Terescah Lemon, Coordinator of Wraparound Services
City Schools of Decatur