The Role of the Middle School Counselor Middle school is an exciting, yet challenging time for students, their parents and teachers. During this passage from childhood to adolescence, middle school students are characterized by a need to explore a variety of interests, connecting their learning in the classroom to its practical application in life and work; high levels of activity coupled with frequent fatigue due to rapid growth; a search for their own unique identity as they begin turning more frequently to peers rather than parents for ideas and affirmation; extreme sensitivity to the comments from others; and heavy reliance on friends to provide comfort, understanding and approval. Meeting the Challenge Middle school counselors are professional educators with a mental health perspective who understand and respond to the challenges presented by today’s diverse student population. Middle school counselors do not work in isolation; rather they are integral to the total educational program. They provide proactive leadership that engages all stakeholders in the delivery of programs and services to help students achieve success in school. Professional school counselors align with the school’s mission to support the academic achievement of all students (Source:American School Counselor Association). Please contact your child's counselor for additional assistance: Keri DeRito- all grades track 1 Contact: kderito@wcpss.net or call at (919) 570-2260 ext 20299 Stacy Hayes- all grades track 2 and track 3 Contact: shayes2@wcpss.net or call at (919) 570-2260 ext 20265 Kinea Epps- all grades track 4 Contact: kepps@wcpss.net or call at (919) 570-2260 ext 20267 |
The Counselors at RMS provide a data-driven comprehensive school counseling program through a variety of developmental, preventative and responsive interventions/activities. Below are the activities counselors provide to students and ways the counselors collaborate with stakeholders to ensure academic success for students. School Guidance Curriculum Academic skills support Organizational, study and test-taking skills Education in understanding self and others Coping strategies Peer relationships and effective social skills Communication, problem-solving, decision-making and conflict resolution Career awareness, exploration and planning Multicultural/diversity awareness Individual Student Planning Goal-setting/decision- making Academic planning Career planning Education in understanding of self, including strengths and weaknesses Transition planning Responsive Services Individual and small group counseling Individual/family/school crisis intervention Peer facilitation Consultation/collaboration Referrals System Support Professional development Consultation, collaboration and teaming Program management and operation Referrals: Rolesville Middle School Counselors are assigned to tracks and serve students from sixth through eighth grade. Counselors see students from referrals from parents, teachers, administrators, or students. Counselors meet with teachers each week to discuss student concerns and collaborate on ways to provide academic and personal/social support to students. |
