The 2015-2016 school year is going to be the best year yet at Simmons Middle School!  As your counselors, we are here to support you in a variety of different ways. We will work in collaborative partnerships with students, educators, parents, and community members to empower students to reach their highest level as productive members of society. 

What do we do at SMS?

• Help students understand and overcome social or behavioral problems through individual or group counseling
• Provide individual and small group counseling based on student needs
• Work with students to develop skills such as organization, time management, and effective study habits
• Help students set realistic academic and career goals and develop a plan to achieve them
• Develop strategies with teachers, administrators, and parents to help students succeed
• Teach classes on topics such as bullying, drug abuse, and planning for college or careers after graduation
• Identify and report possible cases of neglect or abuse
• Refer students and parents to resources outside the school for additional support

Our counseling team will use this Blog to post announcements, articles, and resources for students and parents. Please check this Blog regularly so you will not miss out on important opportunities! 

Parents, please take our Needs Survey to assist us in better supporting your students!

6th- Parent Needs Assessment (6th)
7th- http://bit.ly/ParentNeedsAssessment2015
8th- Parent Needs Assessment (8th)

Thanks for reading and here is to a great year!

Your Counselors,

Mrs. Berryhill, Mrs. Winnie, and Ms. Thomas