South Forsyth High School SFHS Counseling Connection Parents Guide to the 2017-2018 Year Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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) Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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" Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 our 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”) Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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! Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
Student Schedule Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
Instructional Focus Instructional focus is a built-in 90 minute study hall period that is offered 1x/week. - Academic extension/tutoring - Mindfulness - CPR/First Aid Training - Assemblies - SAT/ACT Prep Sessions Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
Grading Scale On-Level & Advanced Placement (AP), Honors International Baccalaureate (IB), Dual Enrollment (DE) A (90 – 100) = 4.0 A (90 – 100) = 5.0 B (80 – 89) = 3.0 B (80 – 89) = 4.0 C (70 – 79) = 2.0 C (70 – 79) = 3.0 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
9th Grade EOC Courses Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
Communication with teachers Use email – it is the most effective form of communication. Encourage your student to self-advocate before intervening. Chain of Command Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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. Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
Counseling Initiatives - Suicide Prevention - Substance Abuse Prevention - Mental Health Awareness - Mindfulness - Social-Emotional Learning Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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. Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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 or 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 Connect to Achieve; Lead to Inspire
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