Welcome to Takoma Park Middle School CounselingĀ
Department Information
Open Monday - Friday,Ā
7:45 a.m - 3:30 p.m
Phone:Ā (240) 740-5230 Ā
Appointments can be scheduled via phone or email by clicking the Counselor's name
Bus Routes (Local and Magnet Buses)
Montgomery County CRISIS CenterĀ
Student Enrollment
To register/enroll your child, please provide the following:
Proof of residency (Copy of Current lease or Property Tax Bill)
Copy of child's birth certificate
Copy of child's immunization records
Photo of parent ID
Custody papers, if applicable
Name and contact information of the previous school
School Transfer Packet should include these documents:
Copy of last report card
Withdrawal/clearance form
Health/immunization records
Copy of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) if the student receives special education services
Copy of 504 Plan, if applicable
Name and contact information of the previous school
Counseling Services
Personal and Social Development
Help students discover their strengths and weaknesses in relation to school performances.
Help students use their problem-solving and conflict resolution techniques.
Help with conflict management and interpersonal relationships.Ā
Ā Help students become their own advocates.
Academic Achievement
Identify programs available to students and the requirements for participation in these programs.
Help students adjust to the school and plan their programs.
Help students with time-management.
Consult with teachers on ways to improve student academic achievement.
Career and Educational Decision-MakingĀ
Develop a 4-year plan for high school.
Review graduation requirements.
Assess student aptitudes & interests and explore career options.
Reinforce problem-solving and decision-making skills.Ā
Student Well-Being TeamĀ
Jeff Cornfeld
Special Education Resource Teacher
"One of the major functions of the Division (of Special Education) is to ensure that students with disabilities achieve the goals of the MCPS Program of Studies and the Call to Action plan in the least restrictive environment."
- Montgomery County Public Schools Department of Special Education
At Takoma Park Middle School, we offer an inclusion program to all of our students in Special Education. Students are mainstreamed for the majority, if not all, of their academic and elective classes. These classes are co-taught by a general education teacher along with a special education teacher/paraeducator.Ā
School Psychologist
School psychologists ensure that every child learns in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment. They are school-based mental health professionals trained in both psychology and education. Psychological services are available to all students.Ā
LaSchell Wilson
Pupil Personnel Worker (PPW)
Pupil personnel workers (PPWs) act as case managers for identified students, making program changes and monitoring progress.Ā
PPWs provide service and assistance to students, families, and schools in the following four areas:
Advocate for all students.
Consult with school staff and parents on a variety of issues.
Serve as a liaison between various departments within MCPS.
Refer staff and families to outside agencies and community service providers.
Farzeneh (Faye) Nabavian
Parent Community Coordinators (PCC)Ā
PPCs help build and strengthen positive relationships with families and work collaboratively with school leaders, staff, and community organizations to develop and implement family engagement activities. They support families by guiding them through the school system, helping to build their ability to advocate for their studentās academic success, especially those who may be facing language, cultural or economic barriers.Ā The PCCs are a diverse team of professionals located in school communities most highly impacted by poverty.