The Guidance Department is available to help parents and students in any matter pertaining

to the student's personal, social, educational, and vocational needs. 

These services are provided in an atmosphere of friendship, cooperation,

and mutual respect among students, teachers, parents, and counselor.

What do students have to do to see their counselor?
Students need only obtain a pass from one of their teachers in order to see the counselor.
Once in the office, they sign-in Mrs. Groves's office. 

If the counselor is unavailable at that time, the student will be

called down at a later time by Mrs. Groves. 

Students may drop in before or after school without a pass.

How can parents see the counselor?
Parents may call the school, 264-6093, and personally speak

with the counselor or set up a meeting for a later date.
 
 

Suggested books

Parents:
Now I Know Why Tigers Eat Their Young
I Swore I'd Never Do That
HELP! For Parents of School-Age Children and Teenagers
 

Students:
The Secrets of Getting Better Grades
Making the Most of Today
HELP! My Teacher Hates Me
 

Here are some quick tips for getting better grades and learning how to study:

Pick the time and place - pick a time that is most productive and a

place that allows you to concentrate.  Learn what works for YOU.

Check your environment - the right conditions are crucial to concentration. 

Do you have good lighting, comfortable temperature, table or desk,

chair with a straight back and necessary materials?

Stick to your schedule - study at "your designated place and time"

at least three days a week and you will quickly develop a good habit.

Cut your distractions and interruptions - make sure your study time is free of unnecessary noises, TV,

phone calls, cell phones and other distractions.

Prioritize - before you start, prioritize your assignments from most difficult,

and do them in that order.  That way you're able to tackle the

most difficult assignments with a fresh brain because

you don't think very well when you are tired.

Take a break occasionally - study for 20 to 30 minutes and take a 10 minute break -

just long enough to get refreshed then return determined to FINISH. 

The best study break is a quiet one.  Try to relax.  REMEMBER:  NO TV until you are completely finished.

Review often - repetition helps you remember what you have learned.

Reward yourself - when you make that B and/or that A, reward yourself for a job well done.

Follow these tips and you will achieve better grades - GUARANTEED!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Individual Counseling

Small Group Counseling
 Classroom Developmental Guidance Activities
 Career Exploration
 Parent Assistance

            A few ways the Robert E. Ellis Middle School Guidance Office can
            assist students and parents a

Registration and Orientation
  Achievement Test Results
     Career Exploration Questions
    Conflict Resolution with Peers
    Adjustment Concerns
    Personal Concerns
    Schedule Changes
   Low Grade Difficulties
        Organizational or Study Skill Problems
        Conferring with Parents/Teachers