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Counseling Services

6th Grade Counselor: Ali Turley 
7th Grade Counselor: Mike Willis 
8th Grade Counselor: Kelsey Barbrow 
Counseling Secretary: jak35@scasd.org
Counseling Office Phone Number: 814-272-5944
 
The mission of the State College Area Middle School Counseling Department is to provide support services and curricular programs that contribute to the development of individuals who demonstrate lifelong learning skills, embrace cultural diversity, show respect for self and the rights of others, and practice good citizenship.  As recommended by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania School Counselors Association, our guidance and counseling programs focus on personal, social, educational, and career development.

The services and programs that our Counseling Department offers include:

  • Educational Support and Planning
  • Career Education and Development Initiatives
  • Conflict Resolution, Anti-Bullying, and Social Programs
  • Group Counseling
  • Individual Counseling
  • Coordination with and Referrals to Community Agencies
  • Parent/Guardian Consultation
  • Staff Consultation
  • New Student Orientation, Testing, and Scheduling
  • Community Outreach and Service
  • Maintenance of Student Records

 

Jennifer Kauffman, Erica Culler, Ali Turley, Mike Willis, Jihee Lee, and Kelsey Barbrow