Ms. Millard

What is a counselor?

What is a counselor?

• A certified trained professional
• A provider of guidance and counseling for all students.
• A provider of resources.
• A coordinator of programs.
• A support person who consults with teachers and parents.

Feb. News

Our Seventh graders will be getting ready to take the CRCT in April.  The counseling department will be presenting a pilot classroom activity to help with their test taking skills during the month of March. The counselors will be presenting,  ”EXAMO” in your child’s Math class.

Jan. News

Some of our well organized 7^th graders have volunteered to be Notebook Busters. These students were trained in communication skills and are willing to come in early (8:30) once or twice a month to help their fellow 7^th grade students get organized.  We will offer this service on a first come, first serve basis. If your student needs assistance, please contact Mrs. Millard.

The ITBS test scores will be available during conference week. 

Nov./Dec. News

All students are invited to join the Friday Morning Study Skills Movie at 8:25 in the Media Center.  A description of this activity was sent home with first quarter report cards.  Please check our Counseling Blog  (right hand side under pages) on the Dickerson website for details or http://dmscc.typepad.com/counselors_corner/study-skills-morning-movies.html .

November 13      “Not Enough Time”

Assists students in balancing school, social, and personal responsibilities effectively.

December 11        “This is a Test only a Test”

Explains the most effective ways to approach common formats of tests such as multiple choice, matching, essay, short answer and standardized tests.

January 8   “Improve your Memory, Improve your Grades” 

Gives tips on how to improve your memory.

February 12        “This Way to an A”

High School students give tips on studying, note taking, organizing your time and reading.

March 19      “Test-Taking without Fear”

Understand the causes and the solutions to overcome anxiety during testing.

7^th grade

Mrs. Millard is in the process of training the Notebook Buster helpers.  These students will be able to assist fellow 7^th grade students with organizing and cleaning out notebooks.  This activity will be offered twice a month from 8:30 to 9:00 in 7A5.  The students needing assistance should stop by and see Mrs. Millard to make arrangements for help.

September/October News

Our seventh grade students have just finished eight days of testing.  Both the Iowa

Test of Basic Skills (an achievement test) and the Cognitive Abilities Test (a mental abilities test) are nationally normed tests.  That means that your child’s progress can be compared to other students in the United Stateswho are the same age. A score listed as a national percentile of 50 would be considered average.  These results will probably be distributed during winter conference time in January.

Our “newest” 7th grade students seem to be adjusting well. The PTSA sponsored a wonderful Newcomers Breakfast for students and parents on Sept 30. A special thanks to Suzi Goodman and her volunteers for organizing this special event.

I plan to start the training for my helping groups of New Crew and Notebook Busters. The groups training will be held during the academic day.  All 7^th grade students had an opportunity to volunteer for these peer helping groups during my recent classroom visit. New Crew Helpers will assist in the transition of new students just moving into the Dickerson school district.  Notebook Buster Helpers will aid fellow students in organizational skills.  The actual program will begin after first quarter.

Aug./Sept. News

I am very excited about moving up with our seventh graders.  They are wonderful group students.   I have visited every classroom to re-introduce myself and the guidance program. All the students were given the opportunity to sign up for various groups that will be offered through out the school year.

 

Starting on September 9^th through September 18^th, all seventh grade students will be taking the Cognitive Abilities Test and the Iowa Test of Basic Skills in the morning until 11:15.  If possible, please avoid planning trips and appointments during this time frame.

 

The easiest way to reach me is through my email which is sally.millard@cobbk12.org or you may call me at 770-578-2713 ext. 233.

Thank you,

Sally Millard

7th Grade Summer Reading Program

Please use the link below to discover about the Summer Reading Program.

http://www.cobb.k12.ga.us/~dickerson/7th.htm for 7th grade

Introduction

I am excited about working with your 7th student for the 2009-2010 school year.  Like your student, I have been "promoted" from the 6th Grade Counselor to the 7th Grade Counselor. I  work on a part time basis and will be at Dickerson all day on Mondays and Thursdays.  I check my email  ( shmillard@comcast.net ) regularly so that might be the best way to contact me. If an emergency occurs and you need immediate help, please contact either the 6th Grade Counselor, Lynn Rosado or Candace Pearce, 8th grade counselor at 770-578-2713.

Sally Millard

Registration

Welcome to Dickerson!  We are sure that you will find that Dickerson Middle School is a friendly and challenging place.

Registration for the 2009-2010 school year will be on Wednesday, July 29th during the day.  It would be advisable to contact the school secretary, Rita Janik at 770-578-2710 to obtain a registration packet and schedule a registration time.  Please bring all required forms (health, legal, etc.), academic information and the completed registration form with you for the registration appointment.

Please refer to the school web site for summer reading requirements.

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