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SFHS Counseling Connection

Parents Guide to the 2017-2018 Year

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Edward Fernandez

Department Chair Caseload: CI-G (TBD) College Attended & Majors: Florida International University, English Education; Florida State University, Sociology

• St. Thomas University, Guidance & Counseling

Personality Type: ESFJ “The Consul” Favorite Meal: Pizza and ice cream Best Adventure: Europe 2002 Favorite Quote: “Gentlemen, we can rebuild him, we have the technology.” -The Six Million Dollar Man (opening narration)

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Lindsay Burnell

Counselor Caseload: A-CH College/Universities Attended & Majors: Georgia Southern University BS in Psychology, minor in Child & Family Development M.Ed School Counseling Personality Type: INFJ “The Advocate” Favorite Meal: This is the hardest question I have ever answered - I love food. If I had to choose it would be Breakfast for dinner! Best Adventure: Traveling to England to visit my extended family! (and even though it has not happened yet but it is soon - traveling to Kenya, Africa to work with Hope Beyond Transition Center) Favorite Quote: “Do everything with so much love in your heart that you wouldn’t want to do it any other way"

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Stacye Fickle

Counselor Caseload: LI-PAR College/Universities Attended & Majors: Georgia Southern University, BS Psychology University of West Georgia, Masters of Education: Student Counseling & Personnel Services University of Georgia, Educational Leadership Personality Type: ESFJ “The Consul” Favorite Meal: Really good shrimp & grits Best Adventure: Being a Mom Favorite Quote: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

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Shari Frankel

Counselor, Varsity Tennis Coach Caseload: SM-Z College Attended & Majors: CUNY Queens College, Bachelor of Fine Arts Liberty University, Master of Education Personality Type: ESFJ, The Consul Favorite Meal: ANY meal with family &/or close friends! Best Adventure: Right after graduating undergrad, I took a job working for a company where I had to travel each week to a different place around the globe. From the ages of 19-23, I explored the world on someone else’s dime, stayed in first class hotels, and ate at amazing restaurants, all while making a great paycheck! I had a company paid vehicle to use while I was at home as well. At times I traveled by car to places around the US. I was fortunate to meet amazing people and visit some dynamic places and remote small

• towns. To this day I keep in touch with most of them, so this

adventure is ongoing! Life is good and I truly enjoy sharing this with

• ur young people here at South!

Favorite Quote: “Have fun”…my dad (instead of saying take care, or see you, or bye…he would always say to people, “have fun”)

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Corinna Spurlock

Counselor, Swim & Dive Coach, Math Liaison Caseload: H-LE College Attended & Major: UGA, BS Child & Family Development Mercer University, MS School Counseling Personality Type: ESFJ “The Consul” Favorite Meal: Mac & Cheese, Lobster, Pot Stickers, Hungarian Paprika Chicken & Dumplings Best Adventure: Whirlwind Spring Break road trip with my husband to Texas, New Orleans, and Florida Favorite Quote: My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some

• style. ~Maya Angelou

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Michele Vargas

Counselor Caseload:PAS-SL College Attended & Major: University of Florida/NSU, Business Administration with a minor in Management, BS Nova Southeastern University, School Guidance & Counseling, MS Piedmont College, Curriculum & Instruction, Ed. S Personality Type: ESFP “The Entertainer” Favorite Meal: Eggplant Parmesan Best Adventure: Having my 2 wonderful children Favorite Quote: I can’t adult today!

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Janet Spaulding

Graduation Coach Caseload: IST, SST, 504, and HHB Students College Attended & Major: St Bonaventure University, BS Education University of Texas San Antonio, Master of Arts Our Lady of the Lake University; Master of Science Kennesaw State University; Leadership Certificate Personality Type: ESFJ “The Consul” Favorite Meal: Chicken Marsala Best Adventure: White water rafting with my family Favorite Quote: Life is not measured by the breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away. ~Hilary Cooper

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Karin Ewing

School Social Worker College Attended & Major: University of West Georgia, Sociology Clark Atlanta University, Masters in Social Work Personality Type: ESFJ “The Consul Favorite Meal: Salmon, Veggies and Sweet Potatoes Best Adventure: Trip to London and Paris Favorite Quote: Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not. Dr. Seuss

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Student Schedule

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Habitudes

“This year we are focusing on social and emotional learning with our students and using a leadership self-development format. We will be referencing Tim Elmore’s Habitudes: The Art of Self-Leadership to address timeless topics like determination, character, time management, balance, commitment and more. There will be electronic newsletters sent home keeping parents apprised of the themes so that you can ask your student about the topics and conversations generated. In response to school survey results by parents, students and faculty, we feel it is imperative that we increase student connectedness to school.” (L. Wilson) Why Habitudes / Social Emotional Learning?

• Build trusting relationships so kids feel

more connected to an adult/mentor at school

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Instructional Focus

Instructional focus is a built-in 90 minute study hall period that is

• ffered 1x/week.
• Academic extension/tutoring
• Mindfulness
• CPR/First Aid Training
• Assemblies
• SAT/ACT Prep Sessions

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Grading Scale

On-Level & Honors Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Dual Enrollment (DE)

A (90 – 100) = 4.0 B (80 – 89) = 3.0 C (70 – 79) = 2.0 A (90 – 100) = 5.0 B (80 – 89) = 4.0 C (70 – 79) = 3.0

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9th Grade EOC Courses

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Academic Support

• Teacher help sessions

– See schedule on website

• IF- Academic Remediation after

first 9 weeks

• Saturday Academy
• Mu Alpha Theta- math tutoring
• War Eagle Literacy Lab

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Communication with teachers

Use email – it is the most effective form of

• communication. Encourage your student to

self-advocate before intervening.

Chain of Command

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Schedule Changes

THE ONLY REASONS FOR SCHEDULE CHANGES ARE:

• I have an empty spot in my schedule.
• I have already taken and passed a course on my

schedule

• I have not met the course prerequisites.
• I need another course to graduate (for Juniors and

Seniors ONLY).

• I completed a course over the summer.

ABSOLUTELY NO TEACHER CHANGES. Seat availability is a factor in granting schedule change requests.

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Counseling Initiatives

• Suicide Prevention
• Substance Abuse Prevention
• Mental Health Awareness
• Mindfulness
• Social-Emotional Learning

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Coffee with Counselors

Location: Media Center

Tuesday, Sept. 19, 9:30-10:30am / Atlanta Psychologist, Dr. Susan Berel www.atlantapsychologist.net (healthy social/emotional tools) Tuesday, Oct. 10, 9:30-10:30am / Integrated Therapeutic Solutions, LLC with Jeremy Merritt, LPC (healthy ways to cope with stress and anxiety) Tuesday, Nov. 7, 9:30-10:30am / Will to Live with John Trautwein (suicide prevention through the buddy system) Tuesday, Dec. 12, 9:30-10:30am / Peachtree DBT with Amy Eisenman (emotional literacy through dialectical behavior therapy) NOTE: Presenters and topics are subject to change.

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Suicidal Ideation Talking Points

Guidance for Families:

• 1. If your student exhibits any suicidal warning signs, don’t be afraid to ask if they have thought

about suicide or if someone is hurting them. Raising the issue of suicide does not increase the risk

• r plant the idea. It creates the opportunity to offer help.
• 2. Ask your child if they think any of their friends or classmates exhibit warning signs. Talk with

them about how to seek help for their friend or classmate. Guide them on how to respond when they see or hear any of the warning signs.

• 3. Listen to your children’s comments without judgment. Doing so requires that you fully

concentrate, understand, respond, and then remember what is being said. Put your own agenda aside.

• 4. Get help from a school counselor or community-based mental health agency if necessary.

If you're struggling with thoughts of suicide... Text "START" to 741741 Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Or Contact the Georgia Crisis & Access Line 1-800-715-4225

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PSAT Registration Info

Mark your calendars

PSAT

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2017

PSAT Registration Opens Monday, July 31st for 9th and 11th Grade

Go to https://user.totalregistration.net/PSAT/110922 to register online before Friday, September 15, 2017

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Stay Connected!

Follow us… Check out our website! Our priority is our students! Don’t hesitate to reach out to your counselor.

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Questions?