Middle School counselors have a unique opportunity to guide early adolescent students through challenging years of development. We are excited to have this opportunity to assist teachers and parents in the educational and social-emotional development of your child as a component of the student/school/home team.
Guidance Counselors
Name | Title | Email |
|---|---|---|
| Warren, Tricia | Guidance Counselor | [email protected] |
| Schuring, Tamra | Guidance Counselor | [email protected] |
| Wuich, Kathryn | Guidance Counselor | [email protected] |
Tips for Parents in Taking with your Child’s Counselor
- Understand the expertise and responsibilities of your child’s school counselor.
- Meet or contact your child’s school counselor at least three times per school year.
- Discuss your child’s challenges and concerns with the school counselor.
- Learn about your child’s school and social connections from the school counselor.
- Work with the school counselor to identify resources and find solutions to problems about that feature!
FAQs
My child is having difficulty getting good grades, turning in homework, and getting organized. What can I do?
Call your child’s team leader to schedule a team meeting to discuss how we can work together to find a solution to help your child. Please include the counselor in this meeting.
My child doesn’t make friends easily and is hesitant to ask the teacher questions. What suggestions do you have?
Call your child’s counselor. They can help with some issues, and can make referrals for more severe issues if needed.
How do I know if my child needs a speech and language evaluation?
A child may benefit from speech and language services if he or she exhibits any difficulty with understanding spoken language, reading comprehension, spelling, written expression, verbal expression, vocabulary development, or articulation of speech. A child may also benefit from speech and language services if he or she has any difficulty with swallowing or voice (i.e. a horse or breathy voice), but would require an evaluation from a physician first. If you have any of these concerns, you may contact the speech pathologist for more information.
What is the process of obtaining a speech and language screening for my child?
You may e-mail your child’s guidance counselor, classroom teachers, or one of the building administrators regarding your concerns. You will be contacted to obtain your written consent for a screening, and begin the screening process.
If my child is found eligible for social work services how often do they meet with the social worker? Does this interfere with their academic classes?
Typically a student is seen by the social worker between 30-120 minutes per month. It all depends on the student’s needs. Sessions are commonly scheduled during advisory and study hall periods.
Who can I contact if I feel that my child is having problems adjusting to school?
Counselors and Social Workers are available during the school day to address any parent concerns with their child’s social/emotional functioning.
How can I help my child fit in as a new student to the district?
The counselors introduce new students to a peer ambassador from their team who helps the new student find their classes, has lunch with them, and introduces them to new friends. If your child continues to struggle, contact the counselors for other suggestions.
My child reports that he is being bullied at school or on the bus, and is afraid to tell an adult. What could I do?
Bullying is not acceptable at our school, and we constantly work to eliminate it from the middle school environment. You or your child must report any incidents as soon as possible to the principals, counselors, or teachers, so that we can address the issues to end the bullying.
What do I do if I think my child has a learning problem?
Consult with your child’s team leader and request a team meeting to discuss what has and has not worked. A Student Assistance Plan (SAP) may be put in place to make accommodations that might help your child be successful. If this does not work, a referral may be made to the Student Support Team (SST) for consideration of testing for special education services.
