Counseling

The Great Valley Middle School counseling team supports middle school students with a focus on learning basic life skills including, but not limited to, topics related to bullying/harassment/respect, basic social skills, friendship skills, problem solving skills, conflict resolution skills, positive thinking/persevering/self-esteem, appreciating differences and diversity, and decision making.

In addition to one-on-one support, counselors may offer small groups that focus on friendship and stress management and provide a safe space for students to interact and connect with the counselor and each other. Families who are interested in a group for their child may contact the counseling department. Counselors may also invite students to participate in a group.

As students transition into GVMS and then again into GVHS, the counseling team provides information and resources to support the move for both the student and their family. 

Dates of transition activities are included on the middle school calendar. 

Important Dates to Note: 

• 6th to 7th Grade Transition:
  • August: 6th grade schedules are released; MS open for student walk-through; 6th grade orientation
• 8th to 9th Grade Transition:
  • February: Grade 8 -11 course selection orientation for parents
  • February/March: course selection completed online
  • Summer: HS orientation program

The Role of the MS Counselor

This resource from the American School Counseling Association provides helpful information to understand the role of the middle school counselor.