Hello! I am Mrs. Moylan! I started my educational career as a special education teacher and I absolutely loved helping my students become the amazing humans they were destined to be. I became a counselor when I realized that many of my students needed more than just academic help and I was not equipped to help them through their difficulties. Now I dedicate my time at school to helping students through difficult situations and teaching them skills that will help them in future struggles. 

My husband and I live with an ever growing family of fur babies, plants. Currently we have 2 dogs, 1 cat and more than enough plants according to my husband. I love to play board games, particularly scrabble or boggle, and read. My husband loves to cook, so I love to eat! You will always find me with a cup of coffee or tea and a snack! Feel free to bop into my office when you need!

Hello everyone! My name is Mr. Turpen, and I'm thrilled to kick off my second year at GMS! Previously, I served as a school counselor for 6th to 8th graders in Kingsport Tennessee, where I also had the privilege of being the head coach of the track team. My academic journey led me to Milligan University, where I earned my Bachelor's degree in Pre-Professional Psychology in 2020, followed by a Masters in School Counseling in 2022.

Outside of school, I'm passionate about working on cars, competing in autocross events, exploring the great outdoors through hiking, and watching a good movie or show. I'm eager to meet each of you and contribute to the vibrant community at GMS. Feel free to drop by my office anytime for a chat – I'm here to support you in any way I can!

Hi everyone! I'm Ms. Shepherd and this is my 7th year as a school counselor. I graduated from NC State in 2010 with my B.S in Zoology (GO WOLFPACK!) & University of the Southwest in 2019 with my Masters in Education-School Counseling. I have a 12 y.o son who is moving up to 7th grade with me & we have a dog, cat, & turtle. I love to read, paint, be crafty, write, & I love Iron Man and comics/anime. You'll always hear me listening to music in my office and I love being out and about in the hall with my students from all grades. My favorite part of being a counselor is getting to be there for my students and helping them navigate this crazy middle school time - I love hearing their stories and watching them grow with us. I look forward to meeting you all and for another great year at GMS!