Jackie Keith, Registrar Annette Beckwith, Counselor Jill Barefoot, Graduation Coach

Jim Synan Half-time Counselor

GA Career Information Center

It is the hope of the JMS Guidance Department to assist the students and parents of our middle school through this dynamic and transitional period in each adolescent’s life.

Numerous academic, social, and emotional issues begin to emerge during these important teen years.  As your school counselors and graduation coach, we want to assist each family in addressing the “whole child” in their personal and unique process of becoming a young adult. 

Please communicate any problems, concerns, or questions you may have about your child’s status here at JMS.  We offer a variety of services to our students and families such as individual sessions, classroom guidance, and groups for specific student needs as well as parent conferences to discuss family issues. 

If concerns extend beyond what we feel comfortable or professionally suited to deal with at the school level, then outside referrals to community agencies and professionals will be made.

Sometimes, students just need a supportive, neutral, and confidential arena to verbalize what is going on with them.  We want our Guidance Department to be that place for your middle school student.  Please do not hesitate to contact us for any area you have questions about at 706-367-2882, Ext. 113.