Mission and Vision

   Meet the Team

This is my ninth year as a school counselor in Palm Beach County.  I graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with my Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a minor in Education, and with my Master's degree in School Counseling.  My goal as a Middle School Counselor is to empower students to have a positive mindset to reach the goals they wish to accomplish in life. I believe that all students have a voice to be heard, that they are capable of fulfilling any dream and making a positive impact in our world. Fun facts: I am Peruvian/Korean, originally from Utah y hablo español! 

This is my fourteenth year working in Palm Beach County Schools as a teacher and school counselor. I graduated from Lynn University with a Bachelor's degree in Science with a minor in ESOL, University of Salamanca (Spain) with a Master's degree in Spanish Culture, Language, and Linguistic, and Florida Atlantic University with a Master's degree in School Counseling. I am extremely happy to be able to work with the students, families and staff here at Okeeheelee Middle School. I firmly believe all students will be successful in life with the proper and safe environment. A fact about me: I love to travel. I have been in 22 countries and still counting. :)

Hey there! I'm Ms. Gaibi, Your Friendly ESOL School Counselor! 🌟

I'm so excited to support you and have fun along the way. I was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and now I call West Palm Beach, Florida, my home. Hablo Español 😊 My mission is to help every student feel fantastic about themselves and their school journey. You can always count on me for a listening ear, advice, or just a good laugh.

When I'm not at school, I love practicing self-care by journaling every day, spending time with my family and friends, catching up on sleep, exploring new places, watching Netflix, and going to the beach. Let’s make this school year the best one yet!

Feel free to explore our site and reach out anytime you want to chat or need a high-five. For more information and daily motivation, check out my website and follow me on Instagram and Twitter. Let’s stay connected and keep the positivity flowing! 🎉

Hello everyone!  I am Ms. Antonacci.  I have been in the School District of Palm Beach County for 29 years. I have a degree in elementary education and a proud  grad of Lynn University.  Okeeheelee Middle is a very diverse school and that is why I love this place!  As many of my colleagues have mentioned, I too,  love to travel. Recently I visited Ireland and England.  I also went back home this summer ( 2024 ) to my native country, Italy.  I have taken a few EF Tours to Spain and Japan and there may be space for one more.  Stay tuned! 

As a SBT contact I wish to help students and families to have a good experience in the middle school environment.  If I can help accomplish that, my job will be a reward for everyone involved.  

🗼⛱️⚽✈️ Fun Facts: 

 I was born in Rome, Italy.

I speak Italian, English, Spanish, and some French.

I love to travel and eat.😁

My favorite teams are:  Juventus🖤🤍 ( Italian football team a.k.a soccer ) and the Boston Celtics.💚

Hello there, my name is Mayra Henry. This is my fifth year working at Okeeheelee Middle School as a Social Service Facilitator. A little bit about me, I was born and raised in Guatemala. I have a degree in Social Work from the University Rafael Landivar. I have been working with children and families for almost twenty five years, nine of them have been with the Palm Beach School District.  Part of my job includes connecting families with needed resources in our community. I also serve as a liaison between families, teachers, counselors and staff. I look forward to the opportunity to connect with many of you this year.

I am the School Psychologist at Okeeheelee Middle School for the 2023-2024 school year!  This will be my 19th year in the Palm Beach County School District and my 4th year at Okeeheelee.  I am looking forward to the best year yet!

Hello! I'm delighted to introduce myself as a dedicated and experienced behavior coach with a strong passion for making a positive impact. With eight years of unwavering commitment to the field, I've had the privilege of working within the Department of Support Services, where I specialize in guiding individuals towards personal growth and behavioral development. My journey began at American Intercontinental University, where I earned my bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. 

My approach to behavior coaching is characterized by empathy, patience, and a deep understanding of individual needs. I recognize that every person is unique, and their challenges require tailored solutions. 

Hi! I am super excited for this school year here at Okeeheelee Middle. This will be my first year working in a school setting. I have worked with kids from ages 2-15 years old since I was 14 years old. I have a passion for working with kids. I will offering mental health services to the students here at Okeeheelee Middle.   

 I am from West Palm Beach, Florida. I attended Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida where I got my Bachelor of Social Work degree. I then moved to south Florida to get my Master of Social Work at Florida International University.  

I am a huge sports fan. I don’t have a favorite team, but I have favorite players. I like to play basketball, go to sporting events, and travel for fun. Recently I became a basketball trainer.

I was born and raised in South Florida and attended Florida Atlantic University where I received my bachelor’s degree in social work. I am very passionate about working with youth and helping them strengthen their self-esteem and self-efficacy. I work for the Drug Abuse Treatment Association as the prevention counselor. I work with at-risk students, educating them about drugs as well as helping them with anger management, stress, anxiety, or anything else they may be struggling with. I’m looking forward to a great 2024/2025 school year!