MISSION

The mission of the Reagan Middle School Counseling Department is to provide a proactive, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate program to address students' academic and career goals in addition to supporting their personal and social needs to become emotionally intelligent teenagers and young adults. This is accomplished through a partnership with parents/guardians, staff, and community members to enable all students to become successful, productive citizens and lifelong learners in a diverse and changing world.

VISION

The Reagan Middle School Counseling Department will empower all students to reach their maximum potential by using a comprehensive program that addresses academic, personal/social, and career goals. We will promote an environment to encourage personal inquiry and growth, social responsibility, and academic excellence. School counselors believe that every student can succeed through the collaborative efforts of school, home, and community leading to responsible and productive citizenship in the 21st century.

MRS. JACKSON (left)

Last Names A-L

kaniesha.jackson@gpisd.org

(972)522-7322

MS. HARTMAN (middle)

Last Names M-Z

debra.hartman@gpisd.org

(972)522-7323

MS. LUEBKE (right)

All Student - Social Worker

allison.luebke@gpisd.org

(972)522-7325

As you're aware, the prevalence of Fentanyl poses an escalating threat to our youth. In the brief duration of my tenure, the concerning statistics have shown a persistent rise. In January 2023, four out of every ten pills tested positive for a lethal dose of Fentanyl. By October 2023, this figure increased to six out of ten pills. Shockingly, by January 2024, the ratio surged to an alarming rate of seven out of ten pills containing a deadly dosage of Fentanyl. It's evident that our youth are unwittingly engaging in a perilous game of chance every time they experiment with street drugs.

-Gwendolyn Sanders, LCSW, Alcohol & Substance Abuse Outreach Advisor

The Eligibility Center is having a free webinar for student-athletes and families (registration linked HERE) on Wednesday, May 8th from 6:30-7:30p EST. This is a great opportunity for them to learn about the NCAA initial eligibility process and the requirements needed. If student-athletes or their families cannot attend, as long as they register, they will receive a recording and copy of the presentation. Please share with student-athletes and those that support student-athletes in your district.

Our End of Year Awards Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 in the Reagan Competition Gym. Awards for Subjects/Courses, PE, Honor Rolls, and other accolades will be given out by grade level. The times are as follows:

• 8th Grade - 9:30 AM
• 7th Grade - 1:45 PM
• 6th Grade - 3:00 PM

Parents of students receiving an award will be sent an email by the evening of Monday, May 6th to inform them of the details of the event. The email will also contain instructions on how to RSVP for the event to facilitate a smooth check-in.

We are looking forward to celebrating with you and your student(s)!

Sunday, May 19, 2024

2:00 PM

South Grand Prairie High School Auditorium

301 W. Warrior Trail

Grand Prairie, TX 75052

In May, we mark Mental Health Month with pride, honoring Mental Health America's 1949 tradition. Together, we raise awareness, offer crucial resources, and advocate for mental well-being. This year's theme, "Where to Start: Mental Health in a Changing World," addresses the challenges of navigating today's evolving society. The 2024 Mental Health Month toolkit explores how the modern world affects mental health and provides new resources to cope. We encourage action, from expanding coping strategies to advocating for community mental health. Let's prioritize mental well-being together, knowing that every effort, no matter how small, contributes to supportive and understanding communities.