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Contact me at:Email: miranda.witkowski@nhcs.netOffice Phone: (910) 602-4046 Ext. 72605Fax: (910) 602-4045Holly Shelter Middle School3921 Roger Haynes Dr.Castle Hayne, NC 28429
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8th grade students are beginning the application process for the New Hanover High Schools Specialty High School Programs. If you would like to begin researching these options now I encourage 7th graders and their parents to attend the upcoming in-house presentation nights or find more information on the NHCS Specialized High School website.
All presentations begin at 6:00 p.m. (with the exception of Issac Bear beginning at 6:15p.m.)*
December 1 - Southeast Area Technical High School (SEA-Tech) (auditorium)
December 2 - Wilmington Early College High School (BB&T Auditorium)
December 3 - Laney STEM (media center)
December 4 - Hoggard International Baccalaureate (cafeteria)
December 8 - New Hanover Lyceum (cafeteria)
December 9 - Ashley Marine Science Academy (MSA classroom)
December 10 - Isaac Bear Early College High School (*Start time of 6:15, UNCW - Morton Auditorium)
December 11 - Career Readiness Academy at Mosley (media center)
Now that you have learned about the Sold Out Program and dangers of illegal substances. You can take the Student Alcohol Drug Abstinence Pledge by clicking the Sold Out Pledge Link.
SUMMER 2025 OPPORTUNITIES
Summer is a great time to explore your interests, fine tune your skills, meet new friends, and have lots of fun! Check out these great opportunities offered right here in Wilmington.
UNCW Jr Seahawk Summer Camp-$25
https://uncw.edu/academics/colleges/wce/partnerships-centers/centers/junior-seahawk-academy/
UNCW STEM Expo April 5th- free
https://mailchi.mp/uncw/uncw-stem-expo-19876950?e=59b3ab049a
CFCC Career Academy Summer Camp - free
https://cfcc.edu/continuing-education/cfcc-career-academy/
City of Wilmington Parks and Rec Summer Camps
https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Parks-Recreation/Recreation-Programs/Seasonal-Camps-Programs
Boys and Girls Club Summer Camps
https://bgcsenc.org/newhanover/
Dreams of Wilmington- Summer Camps- free
https://givetodreams.org/programing/
Mt. Calvary Center Year Round Camps - free
https://www.mcleadership.org/spring-programs
New Hanover County Libraries- Summer Programs for Teens
https://www.nhcs.net/divisions/technology/summer-library
Communities In Schools Freedom Summer Camp- free
https://www.ciscapefear.org/freedom-school/
New Hanover County Schools Enrichment Camps- coming soon
About Me
About Me
I am extremely excited to work alongside the staff at Holly Shelter Middle School. I joined HSMS in October of 2014. Working with youth to promote healthy successful futures is a passion for me.
I have been a school counselor in southeastern North Carolina for 29 years. I began my career in Pender County as an elementary school counselor and the four years prior to joining HSMS, I had the honor of working with school counselors, educators, and community organizations across the state; coordinating several prevention and intervention programs for students in PreK through 12th grade. The experience gave me an opportunity to dig deeper into my professional goals and develop a better understanding of the multiple systems within our communities.
I was born and raised in a small farming town in Upstate New York and moved to the Wilmington area in 1996. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development from the University of New York at Buffalo and a Master's Degree in School Counseling from Alfred University in New York. I have also earned National Board for Professional Teaching Standards in School Counseling. I am married and have two beautiful daughters who attend New Hanover County Schools.
I have been a school counselor in southeastern North Carolina for 29 years. I began my career in Pender County as an elementary school counselor and the four years prior to joining HSMS, I had the honor of working with school counselors, educators, and community organizations across the state; coordinating several prevention and intervention programs for students in PreK through 12th grade. The experience gave me an opportunity to dig deeper into my professional goals and develop a better understanding of the multiple systems within our communities.
I was born and raised in a small farming town in Upstate New York and moved to the Wilmington area in 1996. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development from the University of New York at Buffalo and a Master's Degree in School Counseling from Alfred University in New York. I have also earned National Board for Professional Teaching Standards in School Counseling. I am married and have two beautiful daughters who attend New Hanover County Schools.
Confidentiality
Confidentiality
Program Goals
Program Goals
Vision Statement:
The vision of Student Support Services at Holly Shelter Middle is that all students are respectful, productive, self-directed citizens creating a better world for all.
Mission Statement:
The mission of Student Support Services is to advocate for the success and growth of all students to become productive members of a global community. This will be done through implementation of our comprehensive school counseling program and by facilitating collaboration among all stakeholders in support of students academic, career, and personal and social development.
School Counseling Program Goals:
The school counseling program in alignment with School Improvement Plan Goals will focus on the following achievement, attendance, behavior and/or school safety goals this year.
The vision of Student Support Services at Holly Shelter Middle is that all students are respectful, productive, self-directed citizens creating a better world for all.
Mission Statement:
The mission of Student Support Services is to advocate for the success and growth of all students to become productive members of a global community. This will be done through implementation of our comprehensive school counseling program and by facilitating collaboration among all stakeholders in support of students academic, career, and personal and social development.
School Counseling Program Goals:
The school counseling program in alignment with School Improvement Plan Goals will focus on the following achievement, attendance, behavior and/or school safety goals this year.
- SSS will collaborate and coordinate with grade level teams on Behavior and Academic needs.
- SSS will support community building through the organization of student led organizations and leadership activities.
- SSS will promote individual wellness through PBIS, community resource collaboration, and Rachel’s Challenge. This will be delivered through classroom guidance, individual and group counseling and school-wide activities.
8th grade Class of 2024,
Although you are moving on to new adventures you will always be a part of the heart of Holly Shelter Middle School. Even though we have endured many challenges the past three years I have very much enjoyed getting to know each of you. Best wishes to you all and you know where I am if you need me.
“Believe in your dreams. Believe in today. Believe that you are loved. Believe that you make a difference. Believe we can build a better world. Believe when others might not. Believe there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. Believe that you might be that light for someone else. Believe that the best is yet to be. Believe in each other. Believe in yourself.” -Kobi Yamada
I Believe in You,
Mrs. Witkowski
HSMS Class of 2021 slideshow.mp4HSMS Class of 2021
There are so many memories. You are shining stars and I am confident you will make this world a better place.
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Wishing these past Hurricanes much success as they graduate from High School this month!!
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