MSS Counseling Department

 Dear Parent(s),

We would like to acquaint you with the services available through the Counseling Department here at Middle School South.  In addition to individual counseling, classroom guidance, and parent consultation, we offer structured group sessions that deal with specific concerns.  Topics may include getting along with others, building/keeping relationships, decision making, communicating in the family, and handling peer pressure.  While not therapy sessions, these educational groups can be an excellent way for students to learn new skills, develop self-confidence, practice new behaviors, and better understand how to deal with the many situations life presents.

The group sessions will meet during the school day, and are available to all Middle School students.  Each group will meet for one hour per week over a five to eight week period, depending on the topic and/or needs of the group.  Scheduled session times will be rotated weekly.  Students will be responsible for makeup of all assignments while out of the classroom.  These educational groups will be offered throughout the school year.  All information shared will be treated confidentially and respectfully.

Information on educational support groups being offered will be made available to the students in September.  We encourage you to call us at anytime and look forward to working with you this school year.

Sincerely,