School Counseling

Middle school can sometimes be a challenging time for both students and parents. Today's middle school students are in a "transitional" time that is packed with growth on so many levels. Middle school students are characterized by rapid physical growth, curiosity about their world, and an emerging self-identity. At times, students may be faced with a multitude of problems and this it the ultimate reason that we choose to work with and love middle school students. We want to help your student navigate any difficulties during this time in order to make their academic and social time at school more enjoyable. Please feel free to contact us anytime.

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Central Middle School's Counseling Program Mission Statement:
Central Middle School's School Counseling Program helps all students reach their full academic, career, and social/emotional potential, while also helping them to overcome any obstacles that may affect learning and to help them become successful members of society.

Central Middle School's School Counseling Vision Statement:
It is the vision of the Central Middle School's School Counseling Program that all students will learn the skills and develop the mindset needed to reach their full potential and help them overcome any obstacles that may affect learning. This vision supports the development of the whole child so that our students can be successful lifelong learners, individuals, and citizens in all facets of life. 

Central Middle School's Counseling Program Belief Statement
The school counseling program at Central Middle Schools is committed to the following beliefs:

We Believe:

• All children are influenced by social, familial, and biological factors that can  impact learning and performance.
• All students are entitled to be served by a state-certified, professional school counselor.
• All students deserve respect.
• All students will have access to a developmental and comprehensive school counseling program.
• The school counseling program curriculum will concentrate on academic, personal/social, and career development.
• The school counseling program will annually be evaluated to ensure the needs of all students are being met.
• The school counseling program will help provide an environment where students can learn and be successful.
• The school counseling program will use data to help drive program goals.

What is a School Counselor?
A  school counselor is a licensed, trained, and caring professional who is available to work with all students, parents, teachers, and staff in order to ultimately help students in the areas of academic achievement, personal/social development and career development.  A school counselor has, at minimum, a master’s degree in Counseling and is licensed through the state Department of Education. A school counselor is available to provide the following services:

Provide immediate and short-term individual counseling
Teach classroom counseling lessons
Facilitate short-term small group counseling
Work collaboratively with teachers and staff
Consult with parents
Provide information and/or referrals for community resources to familiesAs your school counselor, we will:

Follow the American School Counselor Association code of ethics
Participate in on-going professional development specific to counseling
Maintain membership in professional organizations that support school counseling and counselors
Monitor and adjust the school counseling program goals and mission to best meet the needs of every student

The CMS School Counseling Program addresses the following domains:
ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT

Students will be supported in academic success, leading to post-secondary education, work, and/or training.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Students will explore the world of work including career options, job skills, and interest matching.

PERSONAL/SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Students will learn skills to recognize and better manage emotions and relationships. 

School Counseling Curriculum
We provide a school counseling curriculum in a related arts class that we call "Life Skills 101". Lessons address academic, career, and personal social domains and follow both the State of Tennessee Model for Comprehensive School Counseling standards, as well as the standards presented in the American School Counseling Association National Model. Topics such as bullying, substance abuse prevention, digital citizenship, career exploration, mental health awareness are examples of what students may learn in counseling lessons. Outside speakers who specialize in some of these areas may make appearances throughout the school year as well to help present important information. Here is a link for more information about Life Skills 101 .