Counseling
Mission statement
The Coyle Middle School Counseling team will assist all students in their quest to become productive, responsible citizens and lifelong learners in a diverse and changing world through academic development, personal/social growth, and career exploration in partnership with families, staff, and community members.
Vision statement
The Coyle Middle School Counseling team will empower all students to reach their maximum potential by providing a comprehensive counseling program that addresses academic, personal, social, and career goals. We will provide an environment of support and encouragement by believing that every student can succeed through the collaborative efforts of school, home, and community leading to responsible and productive citizenship in the 21st century.
Get to know your counselor
Counselor: Julie Coleman (Responsible for students' last names alpha A-G)
Bio coming soon.
Counselor: Dee Anna Tiemann (Responsible for students' last names alpha H-O)
Degrees:
M.S. in Counseling and Development
B.S. in Business and Sociology/Criminology
Certifications:
School Counseling EC-12
Family & Consumer Sciences 6-12
Business & Finance 6-12
Counselor: Shatto Coleman (Responsible for students' last names alpha P-Z)
Degrees:
MED in Counseling & Development
MED in Educational Administration
MED in Curriculum and Instruction
Bachelor of Business Administration
Certifications:
Special Education (EC-12)
English as a Second Language Supplemental (EC-12)
Principal (EC-12)
School Counselor (EC-12)
Responsive services counselor: Isabel Ghobrial-Ghali
Bio coming soon.
Responsive services counselor: Cindy Orozco
Degrees:
B.A. in Sociology
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Licensure:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Your counselor is someone who you will want to get to know because they can assist you as you progress through middle school! Make an appointment to see your counselor.
| Division | Counselor | Phone (972) | Ext. |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-G | Julie Coleman | 475-3711 | x51810 |
| H-O | Dee Anna Tiemann | 475-3711 | x51833 |
| P-Z | Shatto Coleman | 475-3711 | x51806 |
| Responsive Services | Isabel Ghobrial-Ghali | 475-3711 | x51947 |
| Responsive Services | Cindy Orozco | ||
| Secretary Aide | Lisa Dunphy | 475-3711 | x51812 |
What can my counselor do for me?
Counselors will help you by:
- reviewing your choice of subjects each spring during registration (February - April)
- helping solve academic scheduling problems
- providing study skills and academic information
- providing career and college information
- helping in teacher/student relationships
- helping cope with family issues
- listening to concerns about friends, etc.
- giving you information about life and decision-making skills
- referring you to people or places outside of school for help if necessary
- being your advocate – counselors are here for you!
Counselors for each campus are certified by the state of Texas in School Counseling, have a Master’s Degree, and have previous teaching experience. Each middle school has at least two guidance counselors to help ensure that adequate support for helping students to succeed and meet their goals is available.
In addition, each middle school campus has a responsive services counselor. Campus responsive services counselors have had additional training in specialty areas to help students maintain and choose a healthy lifestyle. They provide counseling, support groups, presentations, prevention activities, classroom guidance, and crisis intervention for students.
Visit the district website for more information about the GISD Guidance & Counseling.
Request accommodations for testing
Students with documented disabilities have the opportunity to request assistance for their tests in the form of an accommodation.
See the PSAT and SAT page on the district website for more information.
Bullying
No student should be subjected to bullying or harassment that interferes with their ability to learn or their safety.
Visit the Bullying Prevention and Investigation page on the district website for more information and resources.
Anonymous Alerts®
You can use the Anonymous Alerts® webform or mobile app to quickly, easily and anonymously report bullying, cyberbullying and other sensitive topics to school officials.
Anonymous Alerts® is monitored by GISD Security 24-hours daily and should only be used for serious and urgent matters. In the event of an emergency or life-threatening event, always call 911.
Download the app
To place a report from a mobile device, first download the free Anonymous Alerts® app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store. Then open the app and enter activation code garlandisd.
Request accommodations for testing
Students with documented disabilities have the opportunity to request assistance for their tests in the form of an accommodation.
See the PSAT and SAT page on the district website for more information.