Counselors' Page

Rushing

Mrs. Katrina Rushing, School Counselor

Hello!  I have a Bachelor's degree in Middle Grades Education and a Master's degree in School Counseling, both from Georgia Southern University.  I am beginning my 27th year in education, 20 of those years being in Evans County. I lead, advocate, and collaborate to promote academic success for my students through career advisement and planning.  It is my goal to ensure that my students have the skills and resources needed to graduate and be prepared for college/tech school or career endeavors.  I want them to be happy and to be able to take care of themselves!

Email: krushing@evanscountyschools.org

Phone: 912-739-3646

councelor

Ms. Sabrina Mincey, School Counselor

Hello! My name is Sabrina Mincey and this is my first year in education. I have worked in the field of social work for the past 13 years, serving both children and adults with disabilities. I have a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sociology with a minor in Psychology, and I am currently finishing my Masters in Counseling. I currently reside in Statesboro, GA with my daughter,  Reagan. I am happy to be a part of the CMS team and look forward to a great year!

Email: smincey@evanscountyschools.org

Phone: 912-739-3646

Counseling Services

Middle school counselors provide support in the academic, career, and social/emotional domains. The counselors at Claxton Middle School Implement a comprehensive school counseling program designed to promote and support student success in academics, college/career readiness, and social emotional development. The goal of the program is to ensure that ALL students have the skills and resources needed to graduate and advance into college, tech school, or a career. Also, counselors lead roles and responsibilities in 504's, RTI, scheduling, and testing. They also serve as school liaisons with community agencies. By working closely with parents and teachers, they are better able to meet the individual needs of students.

Middle School Counselors Provide:

School Guidance Curriculum

  • Academic skills support

  • Organizational, study and test-taking skills

  • Education in understanding self and others

  • Coping strategies

  • Peer relationships and effective social skills

  • Communication, problem-solving, decision-making and conflict resolution

  • Career awareness, exploration and planning

  • Substance abuse education

  • Multicultural/diversity awareness


Individual Student Planning

  • Goal-setting/decision-making

  • Academic planning

  • Career planning

  • Education in understanding of self, including strengths and weaknesses

  • Transition planning

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Responsive Services

  • Individual and small group counseling

  • Individual/family/school crisis intervention

  • Peer facilitation

  • Consultation/collaboration

  • Referrals