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School Counseling
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Mission and Vision
To provide a comprehensive, developmental counseling program addressing the academic, career and personal/social development of all students in grades 6-8. In partnership with other educators, child study team members, the school nurse, school psychologist, parents/guardians, and the community, school counselors will facilitate a proactive support system necessary to ensure that all students at Okeeheelee Middle School have access to, and are prepared with, the knowledge and skills essential to contribute as lifelong, self-directed learners and responsible, productive members of society.
What Do School Counselors Do?
Middle school counselors are educators uniquely trained in child and adolescent development, learning strategies, self-management and social skills. We implement a school counseling program to support students through this important developmental period. The school counseling program provides education, prevention and intervention activities, which are integrated into all aspects of students’ lives. The program teaches students the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary for academic, career and social/ emotional development. We offer individual counseling, small group counseling and classroom guidance. (ASCA, 2019)
Request Services*
Students: Please submit the Request form.
Parents: Please submit the Request form.
*If a student or any other person is in a crisis or may be in danger, do not use these forms. Please call 9-1-1 immediately.
Meet the Team
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Melanie Velazquez, M.S.
6th Grade School Counselor
Phone: (561) 434-3262Luisa Padron
7th Grade School CounselorGuadalupe Betancourt, M.S.
8th Grade School CounselorJuanita Sanchez
ESOL School Counselor
Phone: (561) 969-5725Ece Argain
504/SBT ContactMayra Henry
Social Services Facilitator
Meet the Team
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Cindy Colvin
School PsychologistMark Holmes
School Behavioral Health ProfessionalVania Polanco
Behavior Coach with Support Services from Palm Beach School DistrictPeter Fernandez
Co-located TherapistKaitlyn Johnson
DATA Prevention Counselor