MEET YOUR COUNSELORS

Kim Burdett, M.Ed, ASCA member

7th Grade
770-651-5332
Kimberly.Burdett@dcssga.org

Office Hours - Tuesdays, Wednesdays and every other Thursday

I am excited to begin my 30th year in education and my 11th year at FMS! I enjoy working with all students and helping them develop healthy coping skills and make positive decisions in order to be successful both in school and life.  If I can assist you or your child in any way, please let me know! 

Sharrisse El Amrani Ed.s. LPC
6th Grade & 8th grade
770-651-5335
Sharrisse.Elamrani@dcssga.org

I am truly excited to be a counselor at Fairplay Middle School.  I have over 12 years of experience in mental health counseling working with children and adolescents. I am happy to be serving as a support to your students to assist them in both academic and socio-emotional success! I am encouraged and passionate about helping students thrive holistically and develop in a healthy manner in regard to their academics and personal well-being. I look forward to working with families and your students this upcoming school year!

Our Role As Your Student's School Counselor

FMS SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES:

CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION
Counselors go into classrooms throughout the school year to deliver instruction on various topics that align with the American School Counseling Association's mindsets and behaviors.

GROUP COUNSELING
Counselors run small groups throughout the school year for students who have common interests or concerns. Counselors receive referrals from parents, teachers, and administrators. These groups may include, but are not limited to, the following: Peer Relationships, New Students, Social Skills, Anger Management, Time Management, Self-Esteem, and Organizational Skills.

INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
Individual personal/social, academic, and career counseling is available during the school day. Sessions are kept confidential except when students disclose they are being hurt, are hurting someone else, or they are wanting to hurt themselves.

RESPONSIVE SERVICES
When students disclose they are being hurt, are hurting someone else, or want to hurt themselves, counselors respond to the needs of students, staff, and the community in times of crisis/emergency.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Conflict Mediations

Consultations and Collaboration with school staff

Referrals and Community Resources