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Welcome to the Panthers' Counseling Center
Counselors
| Mrs. Roxanne Johnson Students with last name starting Johnson - Z |
Mr. Gabe Adrian Students with last name starting A to Johnson |
"The professional school counselor is a certified/licensed educator trained in school counseling with unique qualifications and skills to address all students' academic, personal/social and career development needs. Professional school counselors implement a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes and enhances student achievement."
(ASCA, the role of the Professional School Counselor)
How To Register Your Child For School
Parent or legal guardian MUST register the child. Guardians and foster parents must provide proper court custody papers to register a child. Many of the following items are required by law before your child is permitted to attend classes. You can expedite your child's enrollment by having documentation and by planning ahead to create a smooth transition for your child. No child may be dropped off at school without a parent/guardian completing the enrollment process.
- Proof of Residency: Purchase or lease agreement, rent or mortgage statement, utility bill or any bill with name and address on it, bank statement, auto insurance bill, or notarized Affidavit for proof of residency. (This form is provided by the school.)
- Official birth certificate: A certified birth certificate is required (Code of Virginia 22.1-3.1). Hospital birth cards birth certificate cards, passports, etc. cannot be accepted. If not available, an Affidavit (form provided by the school) must be completed, signed and notarized. The Stafford Sheriff’s Office may be notified when a birth certificate is not provided within 90 days.
- Social security number, if available
- Proof of legal custody when applicable
- A transfer slip or report card from a previous school
- A copy of the current IEP and reports if the student has been receiving special education services
- A physical examination report completed within one year of school entry for grades K-5. Any students entering or returning to school from outside the United States must also furnish a physical examination done within one year. School Entrance Health Form MCH-213F
- School Entrance Health Information (form provided by the school)
- Completed TB Risk Assessment Form (form provided by the school)
- Evidence of the following immunizations (per Va. Immunization Code 32.1-46): http://stafford.schoolfusion.us/modules/cms/pages.phtml?sessionid=e125ecb145466bd0487a5c092d6970b9&pageid=25796
If your contact information has changed. . . . . . . . . .
It is imperative that the school have the most current contact information for your child. If there is a change in your phone numbers, emergency contact persons, child custody issues, or address, please notify the school immediately. In order for you to receive important information from the school (end of year report cards, summer school notification, newsletters, next school year class/team assignments, etc.), it is crucial that we have the most up-to-date address information.
If you are moving. . . . . . . . . .
If you will be moving at any time, please let the Counseling Office know as soon as possible so that we can update your child’s records. If you will be moving within the Gayle Middle School attendance zone, you will need to provide proof of residence. If you will be moving out of our school zone, please let the Counseling Office know so that we can begin the withdrawal process. You will need to come to the school to fill out a withdrawal form and we will need to know where your child will be attending school. The sooner that we are aware of the move, the sooner your child’s paperwork can be processed and mailed to the new school. Request by parents to hand-carry records will only be honored for those students moving overseas.
Grade Reporting Schedule
1st Quarter Marking Period 2nd Quarter Marking Period
10-08-09 Interim 12-17-09 Interim
11-10-09 End of 1st 9 Weeks 01-29-10 End of 2nd 9 Weeks
11-17-09 Report Cards Sent Home 02-05-10 Report Cards Sent Home
Counseling Announcements New Support Groups for Veterans and Their FamiliesThe Virginia Wounded Warrior Program is sponsoring programs for veterans and their familirs. (www.nwvawoundedwarrior.org). The Combat Support Group is open to all combat veterans, reservists, members of the guard, as well as civilian contractors who have served in combat zones. The meetings are Tuesdays from 6 - 8 PM at the Fredericksburg Baptist Church on Princesss Anne Street. The Combat Family Support Group will meet December 15 and 22 from 1 to 2:30 PM at the Fredericksburg Baptist Church. Please call Claude Boushey at 540-842-2481 or Camilla Schwoebek at 540-373-3223, ext 3085 to confirm times and for more information.
Counselor Visits to PE ClassesThe counselors have completed visits to all the PE classes to review the dress code with students. It has been an increasing concern this fall that some students are not adhering to the dress code as stipulated by SCPS and deliniated in the student agenda on page 12. Of particular concern is the wearing of unauthorized head coverings, tank tops, sleaveless tops, sagging pants, short skirts, and pants with holes that reveal thigh skin or are a safety hazzard in some way. Please review the SCPS Dress Code and be sure that students are dressed appropriately for school.
2009 Holiday AssistanceWith the present state of our economy many of our Panther families are facing financial hardships this holiday season. The following are community resources that might be of assistance.
Salvation Army 373-3431 SERVE 288-9603 Food Bank 373-4402 Angel Food Ministries Angelfoodministries.com Agency on Aging Janey at 371-3375 Bragg Hill Family Life 371-3662 Freshman Orientation Nights at the High SchoolsThe high schools have announced their evening orientation programs for 8th graders who will be at the high school next school year. 8th graders, please mark your calendars and plan on visiting your high school.
Brooke Point High School: Feb. 3; 7pm-9pm Colonial Forge High School: Jan. 20; 7pm Mountain View High School: Feb. 3; 7pm North Stafford High School: Jan. 21; Time TBD Stafford High School: Feb. 3; 7pm-9pm Peer Mediators' TrainingThe Peer Mediators completed an in-school field trip on October 23rd with Mrs. Johnson, Ms. Berry and Mrs. Trenkelbach to review and practice mediation skills. Peer Mediation Referral Forms are available in every classroom. Students who are having a dispute or disagreement with someone are encouraged to take it to Peer Mediation.
Book Bags and School SuppliesThe Counseling Center still has some book bags and school supplies available for anyone who has a need for some assistance.
Bullying Prevention Classroom Visits with 6th GradersMr. Adrian has completed classroom guidance concerning bullying with the 6th graders. His lesson emphasized understanding what bullying is and how to deal with a bully. Students were encouraged to report persistent bullying to a parent, teacher, administrator, or counselor.
Stafford County Career Night"Career Night" is for 7th, 8th, 9,th, and 10th Grade Students. Please see the "Career Night Overview" link below for the details.
September Classroom VisitsThe counselors have visited all classrooms/students in the 6th, 7th , and 8th grade. They introduced themselves to the students and talked with the students about, attendance, dress code, and cell phone policies. The counselors and students discussed the importance of grades, why organization saves time, and why it is important to be prepared for class. The students had great responses and it was fun for the counselors to meet everyone. For the 7th and 8th grade students the counselors also talked about jobs/careers, how a career is related to their school work, and encouraged students to attend the county's “Career Exploration Night”.
Student Attendance MonitoringThe Counseling Department and the School Attendance Officer have worked together to notify parents of any unexcused absences their child has received to date. Notes and attendance reports were sent home with students to parents asking parents to address these unexcused absences. Parents are kindly reminded that notifying the school when their child is going to be absent and then following up with a written note upon their child's return to school is required.
Parent / Teacher Conference NightParents and guardians are encouraged to attend conferences on tuesday, October 13th from 4 - 7 PM. While you are at Gayle, please stop by and see the counselors. We will be in the area near the library. We will be handing out information about tutoring, study skills, and lots more, so please stop by.
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Useful Links  "Let's Fight It Together"Cyberbullying video that the 7th graders watched as part of the Guidance lesson on Internet use. Angel Food MinistriesAssistance with affordable food for those who have a need due to any reason. This is a week's supply of food for a family of four or a month's supply for a senior citizen. Parent Resource CenterScroll to the bottom of the information page for contact email and phone number to request a tutoring list. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)A type of depression that affects some people during the winter months. ThinkfinityParents and teachers can find reliable online resources through this website developed by the VA DOE and the Verizon Foundation. |
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