Haynes Bridge Middle School
Counseling Department
Mission, Vision, & Beliefs
Mission
The mission of the Haynes Bridge Middle School Counseling Department is to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to provide a comprehensive counseling program that meets the academic, personal/social, and career/college needs of ALL students, while preparing them to be productive and successful citizens in the global community .
Vision
It is the vision of the Haynes Bridge Middle School Counseling Department that our students will excel as independent thinkers, respectful individuals, and life-long learners. As a results of our comprehensive program, students will achieve their fullest potential and be socially and emotionally prepared to make a positive difference at school and in the global community.
Beliefs
· All students have the ability to achieve to their highest potential.
· The developmental needs of our students are best met by the implementation of a comprehensive guidance program and the collaboration of the school community/school counseling advisory council.
· Counselors are responsible for advocating for the academic and personal/social needs of every student.
· An effective counseling program uses data-driven and research-based interventions and programs to meet the needs of all students.
· Our department adheres to the American School Counselors Association’s Ethical Standards for School Counselors.
Meet the HBMS Counseling Department Staff
Pamela Medlin
Torria Fisher
Nita Coloma
Professional Assistant: Registrar
Caseload: Student Records, Registration/Withdrawals, Forms
470-254-8392
What We Do For You
· Individual Counseling
· Small Group Counseling
· Classroom Guidance
· Character Education
· Career and College Exploration
· Middle/High School Transition Assistance
· Parent/Guardian Consultation
· Diversity Education
· Organization Assistance
Other Services as Needed/Requested
Incident Referral Form for Parents, Staff, and Students
Please click on the link to submit your Academic, Social, and Personal concerns to a Counselor here.
Counseling Student Surveys
6th Grade Student Survey
Welcome to Middle School! The purpose of this survey is to find out more about you and what goals you would like to set for yourself for the school year. Your parents, teachers, counselors, and principal would like to help you with these goals.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeS7gw7GNGBOgjDTt2Yh527kT-E_MTez0WPOSBd6F-vwRavOA/viewform
7th Grade Student Survey
Welcome back to another great school year! The purpose of this survey is to find out more about you and what goals you would like to set for yourself for the school year.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOMtW6L-VqNJPjeIw0GFKRDqFDnM-UiMU1nA_vNsoy8u3eEA/viewform
8th Grade Student Survey
Welcome to your last year of Middle school! The purpose of this survey is to find out more about you, what goals you would like to set for yourself for the school year, and to see what you already know about high school requirements and career planning.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdHQcAetaUM7ZYBrrNAifKfFq-N_VtOyiMUhq1C98dB28nrQ/viewform
Schoolwide Bullying Survey
All students at HBMS will take the Schoolwide Bullying Survey during their Bullying Classroom Guidance lesson with the counselor to help us know how we can stop Bullying in our school.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7LcK46T8BU4KPGq49Ngn7fU1snJ9JtIMjdjZFbzdlAzvBbQ/viewform
Signs of Suicide Student Survey
These questions are about feelings that people sometimes have and things that may have happened to you. Most of these questions are about the last 4 weeks. Students will complete these surveys during their Signs of Suicide Guidance lesson.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlDr2HK14r4ozgyraUBRgWxJgnY-wXTrm8dG4WQ2u47zbsew/viewform
Career Day Survey
Let us know what you thought about Career Day this year!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1hBb6x86AhwkJrg7NRItnbcKSajsZoox1MnEgXmRva8U/edit
Fantasy College Survey
For College Week, please complete the survey about a college you would like to attend.
What To Do When You Need Evaluations and Recommendations Completed
Parents,
Thank you all so much for assisting Haynes Bridge stay within Fulton County’s guidelines for managing this type of information.
Haynes Bridge Counseling Department
Resources for Parents, Students, & Teachers
Academic Support
www.georgiastandards.org
Organization
http://www.scholastic.com/resources/article/mission-organization
Learning Games and Homework Help for Kids
www.fekids.com/kln
How to Study
www.how-to-study.com
Test Taking Tips
www.testtakingtips.com
All Things High School
http://www.mycentennialcounseling.com/
Parent Help Tips
Personal and Social Support
Bullying/Internet
www.connectwithkids.com
Various Topics
www.schoolcounselor.org (Parent/Public)
http://www.netsmartz.org/Parents
Motivation
http://www.copiague.k12.ny.us/minisites/ms/guidanceBullets.html#Motivating
Conflict Resolution
http://voices.yahoo.com/develop-students-conflict-resolution-skills-advice-3465883.html?cat=69
Teens against Bullying
www.teensagainstbullying.org
Stress Management
http://pbskids.org/itsmylife/school/teststress/index.html
Strategies for ADHD and LD
Surviving Stress and Anxiety in College and Beyond
http://www.learnpsychology.org/student-stress-anxiety-guide/
Career and College Support
Georgia College Information System (GCIS)
http://www.gcic.peachnet.edu/default.aspx
Careers and Colleges
www.collegeexpress.com
Technical College System of Georgia
www.tcsg.edu
U. S. News Careers
http://money.usnews.com/money/careers
Military Opportunities
www.todaysmilitary.com
GA College 411
Affordable Online College Options
http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/online-colleges/georgia/
Quick Links
Contact Us
Please use the contact information above for immediate assistance from your child's counselor.
Thank you!
Website: www.haynesbridge.com
Location: 10665 Haynes Bridge Road, Alpharetta, GA, United States
Phone: 470-254-7030