Welcome to Mr. G's School Counselor Page. Here you will find information about school based mental health, programs available for students, and contact information on how to reach me.

651-982-3303

Travis Gjerning:

MS K-12 Guidance and Counseling

Scandia School Counselor Webpage

Scandia Lions Generously donated a bunch of Build a Bears to help support students who have suffered loss or having a tough time navigating a crisis. Thank you Scandia Lions!

Click Here to access the Scandia Family Support Letter.

Contact me if you have an financial concern about ordering school pictures as I have a handful of vouchers available.

Has your family experienced a recent separation or divorce? Contact Mr. G. if you have interest in your child being part of a changing family support group.

The Affects of Social Media can be impactful on students. Here is an article that is a quick read that outlines some of the dangers of social media for youth.

Need Help with Clothing Items? Donated clothes for all seasons and all ages can be found at the Community Closet located in Forest Lake. Located at 200 SW 4th Street, Forest Lake, MN. Appointments need to be made ahead of time by contacting: communitycloset@flaschools.org but definately something to check out if you are looking for clothing options. Other family support services can be found HERE on our district website.

Has your child experienced the loss of a family member, friend, or pet? Get some information on how to navigate grief and how to support your child by visiting THIS website. Mr. Gjerning is a certified Grief and Loss Specialist through the American School Counselor Association.

About me

I have worked for the Forest Lake School District since 2001. Previously I have been a counselor at Southwest Junior High School, the Forest Lake Middle School, and as a dean of students at the high school. I am beyond proud to be part of the Scandia Elementary community. A school counselor's role is first and foremost to be an advocate for your child. I am solution-focused and provide opportunities for children to learn from mistakes, take responsibility when needed, be good humans towards others and can provide emotional support for students when needed. I sometimes can offer groups for students involved with changing family situations, friendship groups, or grief depending on the need and my availabilty. I can also meet with students who might be struggling with regular attendance, school performance, anxiety, or self-esteem. Reach out and let's talk on how I might be able to support your child's needs! I am here to help.

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Mr. G. is also certified in Law and Ethics and Bullying Prevention through the American School Counselor Association.

Life can feel overwhelming at times.

The School Counselors with Forest Lake Area Schools created this page in hopes that you will find helpful coping tools.

School Based Mental Health

The Forest Lake School District has partnered with a handful of mental health agencies in the area to provide in school mental health services for students. The convenience of meeting with students during the school hours has helped families that might have difficulty scheduling sessions outside of school. Currently, Lakes Center for Youth and Families provides one therapist that meets with students at Scandia. Generally speaking, there is a waiting list for most mental health agencies so my advice is to call and get on the waiting list if you feel this option might benefit your child. Lakes Center for Youth and Families number is 651-464-3685 ext. #2. Reach out to me directly for more information or for help in your search for mental health support.

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