Middle School Counseling Newsletter

Mrs.Terri Sherrard

6th Grade Counselor

Contact Info:

Email: tsherrard@georgiacyber.org

Phone: Ext. 2605

Mrs. Emily Hall

7th Grade Counselor

Contact Info:

Email: ehall@georgiacyber.org

Phone: Ext. 3388

Mrs. Adamika Brown

8th Grade Counselor

Contact Info:

Email: abrown@georgiacyber.org

Ext: 2135

We partner with students, families, and teachers to support every student's academic, social, and emotional success. We are here to help remove barriers to learning, provide guidance through life's challenges, and empower students to reach their full potential.

When Should You Contact Your School Counselor?

We're here to help if you:

• Are experiencing a major life change, such as a parent's divorce, moving to a new home, or the loss of a loved one or pet.
• Feel unsafe at school or at home.
• Need help working through a problem involving school, friendships, or family.
• Simply need someone to listen and support you.
• Have questions or concerns about your class schedule.
• Need assistance with academic planning or goal setting.

How Can You Reach Your Counselor?

There are several ways to connect with us:

• Talk with your teacher.
• Send your counselor an email.
• Reach out to your Family Engagement Liaison (FEL).
• Ask your parent or guardian to contact us on your behalf.

Remember, you are never alone. Your school counselors are here to listen, support, and help you succeed!

Beginning August 11, we will begin our Thrive 55 school counseling sessions on the 2nd and 3rd week of each month during your Personalized Learning (4th Period) time.

You will meet with your counselor one day during each of those weeks. On the day of your meeting, you'll see a link on your schedule to join us.

We look forward to connecting with you and having a great year together! 😊

Hi everyone! My name is Ms. Williams, and I’m super excited to be the MGB School Social Worker this year at Georgia Cyber Academy. Before joining this awesome team, I worked as the Crisis Social Worker for Atlanta Public Schools, helping students through tough times and making sure they had the support they needed.

When I’m not working, I love watching sports—especially Women’s Basketball. I’m a big fan of the Atlanta Dream (GO DREAM!). I also share my home with two silly dogs, Micah and Finn. They spend most of their time taking naps or chasing the opossum that sneaks into our backyard (don’t worry, they never catch it!).

I’m here to support you, listen, and help you be your best self, so don’t be shy, say hi!

Join us for the third and final workshop in our parent series, "Wait...We're in Middle School Now!" The topic is Navigating Middle School Transitions at Home.

Two session options on Zoom:

• 12:00 PM
• 6:00 PM

Missed a workshop? Catch up anytime.
Watch the recordings below, and please complete the attendance link afterward so we know you took part.

Workshop 1: Middle School Transition: What to Expect

• Watch the recording: https://georgiacyber.instructuremedia.com/embed/93c5a7ac-f6fa-423b-9d1a-76886f204332
• Attendance link: https://forms.gle/buquVf3VNpa2oNSi6

Workshop 2: Safety and Technology

• Watch the recording: https://georgiacyber.instructuremedia.com/embed/1a94a196-cb9b-419c-9e34-45918a748cd4
• Attendance link: https://forms.gle/2aMy6bL3JCKVfb626

November: 9-10: Asynchronous Day

November: 11: Enhanced Learning Day (ELD)

November: 23-2: Thanksgiving Break

Family Engagement Liaison (FEL)- Enrolled families should email or call their Family Engagement Liaison (FEL) as their school point of contact for questions and support. Middle Grades 6-8: 404.334.4790 ext.5

Enrollment questions or issues: 470-400-7887 or enrollment@georgiacyber.org

Enrolled students should email or call their teacher(S) as their point of contact for course-specific questions and support.

1.For Google password resets or program issues in Canvas, Class, Clever, Infinite Campus and more, visit the Student & Family Help Center

2.Change the heading Attendance to Compliance

3.Your Compliance Specialist helps with all attendance and compliance concerns. Contact information for your Compliance Specialist can be found in Infinite Campus. Click here to learn more.

Student records requests: Records or records@georgiacyber.org

If you speak another language, language assistance services are available free of charge. Email Mayra Ramirez- mramirez@georgiacyber.org

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL OF OUR STUDENTS CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER!!!!!!

As a Reminder: Make sure you attend all required classes. Please log in on time, turn your camera's on and remain in class. If you have any questions regarding your time, please contact your Attendance Specialist.

1. Participate in Class
2. Ask Questions
3. Stay Organized
4. Take Good Notes
5. Keep Track of Important Dates
6. Create a Study Routine
7. Prioritize Homework
8. Do Your Homework
9. Have all your study materials.
10. Find a quiet place

GCA Website:

https://www.georgiacyber.org/

Parent Calendar:

https://www.georgiacyber.org/calendars/parent-calendar

Middle School Calendar:

https://www.georgiacyber.org/calendars/middle-calendar

School Counseling Website:

https://www.georgiacyber.org/school-life/counseling

Through a holistic approach, the Georgia Cyber Academy Counseling Department will empower all students to reach their highest potential by using a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes academic, career, and personal/social development. Our program will foster the growth of each student as a civic-minded contributor with their local communities and beyond. Upon graduation, students will be college and/or career ready and will have the competencies necessary to be able to make self-directed, realistic, and responsible decisions to be successful contributors to society.

The mission of the Georgia Cyber Academy’s (GCA) Counseling & Student Support Services Department is to provide a comprehensive program that is accessible to all students and assists students with acquiring the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed to become effective students, responsible citizens, and lifelong learners. The student services program is an integral part of the school’s total program with a commitment to individual uniqueness and the maximum development of human potential. We use a variety of differentiated interventions to ensure each student receives equitable services. The program addresses the personal/social, educational, and career needs and desires of each GCA student. The department’s ultimate goal is for students to graduate with the competencies necessary to be able to make self-directed, realistic, and responsible decisions and to be successful contributors to society

The GCA Counseling & Student Support Services believe:

• Student’s ability to learn is dependent upon having their basic needs met.
• All students are unique, and when given a safe, nurturing environment, will succeed to their fullest potential
• All students should have access to a high-quality education
• All students have the right to be heard and treated with respect
• Members of our department are advocates for every student
• The services and interventions we provide should be data-driven and developmentally appropriate
• Staying abreast of ethical standards and developments within our profession is necessary to effectively serve our students
• Applying the ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors empowers school counselors to make decisions based on the highest moral principles to promote the maximum development of every student