STUDENT-CENTERED STRUCTURE & TEAM APPROACH

The MMS School Counseling Department is composed of four School Counselors. School Counselors are assigned students alphabetically by grade. All students are assigned a School Counselor for the duration of their experience at MMS.

Counselors meet with students individually and in group settings to support students academically, socially, and emotionally. Following a student-centered team approach, School Counselors collaborate with Teachers, Administration, and Clinicians to support and encourage students’ academic and personal growth.

YOUR STUDENT-SCHOOL COUNSELOR RELATIONSHIP EXPERIENCE

Your School Counselor supports students in their academic, social, and emotional development throughout their middle school experience. They promote the well-being and success of all students by helping students to develop the skills and knowledge they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally during their middle school years and beyond. Your School Counselor is here to support you in a variety of ways such as (but not limited to): academic advising, middle school program planning, scheduling, teacher liaison, record keeping, crisis intervention, and parent support. Your School Counselor wants to get to know you and they want you to get to know them! If you need support, please do not hesitate to contact your School Counselor. Students may access their School Counselor by requesting a pass from their teacher or coming directly to the School Counseling Office -Blue or Gold Suite.

Throughout your MMS Experience, your School Counselor provides:

Academic Support & Academic Advising: Helping students set academic goals, strategies for success, and review of available academic supports and resources in the building.

Study Skills: Offering guidance on effective study habits, time management, and organizational skills.

Social Emotional Learning: Supporting students on topics such as self-esteem, friendship, resilience, stress management, and healthy peer relationships.

Character Education: Promoting positive character traits and values to help students develop strong social skills.

Emotional Support: Talking to students about their feelings, concerns, and providing a safe and confidential space to express themselves.

Conflict Resolution: Helping students navigate conflicts with peers and teaching conflict resolution skills.

Crisis Intervention: In cases of crisis or emergencies, providing support and connecting students and their families with appropriate resources.

Career Exploration & Interest Inventories/Naviance: Introducing students to Naviance for the purpose of exploring future careers and learning styles.

Transition Support: Easing transitions between levels and buildings and addressing concerns, providing support, and ensuring they are well-prepared for the next step in their education.

Liaison: Being a liaison between school, team, family and Community. Meeting with parents to discuss their child's progress, concerns, and strategies for success. Connecting families with external resources when needed.

Please do not hesitate to contact your School Counselor for support!