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The role of School Counselors at Bennet Academy is to help students have a successful 5th and 6th grade experience. School counselors works with parents, students and teachers in a variety of ways and provides a multitude of services. Each service is aimed at helping children learn and develop to their highest potential.
In addition to the classroom lessons, group sessions and individual counseling are available on an “as needed” basis. Group topics may include anger management, social skills, study skills and family issues. These groups allow students to share their thoughts and feelings regarding common experiences.
Your School Guidance Counselor can help students with:
- Social and personal issues
- Conflicts with peers
- Academics
- Feeling comfortable in your school environment
Your School Guidance Counselor can help parents with:
- Locating parenting resources
- Communicating with teachers and school staff
- Academic concerns
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Contact Us
School Counselors
Mrs. Amber Merwin
Grade 5 School Counselor
Team Malala and Special Programs
Department Facilitator/504 Coordinator
aschwarm@mpspride.org
ext. 40016Mrs. Julie Pagano
Grade 5 School Counselor
Teams Rowling/Mandela
Julie.Pagano@mpspride.org
ext. 40040Ms. Elizabeth Lewtan
Grade 5 School Counselor
Teams Adams/James
elewtan@mpspride.org
ext. 70561Ms. Felicina Petito
Grade 6 School Counselor
Team Hughes/Roosevelt
b21fpeti@mpspride.org
ext. 73578Mrs. Yolanda Feliciano-Bedard
Grade 6 School Counselor
Teams Angelou/Escalante
Yolandaf@mpspride.org
ext.70500Mrs. Tammy Sue Willey
Support Services Secretary
twilley@mpspride.org
ext. 70574School Social Workers/Psychologist
Ms. Elana Plenby
Social Worker
Special Programs (Grades 5/6)
eplenby@mpspride.org
ext. 75018Mrs. Cheri Marks-Cavanna
Grade 6 Social Worker
b25ccava@mpspride.org
ext.70543Mrs. Charity Korb
Grade 5 Social Worker
charity.korb@mpspride.org
ext. 40037Mrs. Beth Lauer
Grades 5/6 School Psychologist
blauer@mpspride.org
ext.70544