Counseling Newsletter
September 2017
WELCOME BACK!!
The 2017 -2018 year has begun! With the change in the year comes changes in grades for the School Counselors. This year welcoming in our new 6th-graders is Mrs. Funaro. Mrs. DeHaan is now the 7th-grade counselor and Mrs. Barber-Devine is the 8th-grade counselor. We would also like to welcome our new Guidance Clerk, Mrs. Stainton! School counseling information can also be found on the website! Looking forward to a great year!!
Important Dates
9/1 - No School for Students, PD for Teachers
9/4 - Labor Day
9/14 - 9/22 - Book Fair
9/18 - Open House 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm
9/19 - Student 2-hour Early Release Day
Grade 6
Welcome to middle school! Sixth grade is a transition year and Mrs. Funaro is here to help your child have a successful and positive experience. This year is focused on getting to know the students, working to meet academic and social-emotional needs and assist students in understanding themselves.
Grade 7
Welcome to grade 7! Mrs. DeHaan has been and will continue to assist students with transition needs and schedule adjustments as well as academic, career, and social/emotional needs. Now that students have a year of middle school behind them, we look forward to having a productive and exciting year!!
Grade 8
Welcome to grade 8! Get ready to think about high school! So much of 8th-grade will be about getting ready for what comes after middle school. More information will be forthcoming as the year progresses. Follow us at our Twitter account for information as well! @MoranCounseling
Fit To Go Program
The Wallingford YMCA is again offering their Fit to Go Fall program! This is a free program for anyone interested in learning about healthy eating and fitness. Space is limited. Registration forms can be picked up and returned to the Guidance Office. First come, first served!! Click here for additional information.
Late Bus
Moran will once again be offering a late bus on Tuesdays and Thursdays to students who wish to stay after school. The bus will be here at 3:45pm.
Monthly Focus - Supports and Routines for Middle School Success
Getting back into a routine once summer is over can be difficult. Click here for some ideas on implementing structures and routines to support academic success at home.
School Counselors
Grade 6 - Mrs. Funaro
Grade 7 - Mrs. DeHaan
Grade 8 - Mrs. Barber-Devine
Email: contact@wallingfordschools.org
Website: wallingford.k12.ct.us
Location: Moran Middle School
Phone: (203) 741-2907
Twitter: @MoranCounseling