Counseling
Vision statement
The Naaman Forest High School Counseling Department will empower all students to reach their maximum potential by using a comprehensive program that addresses academic, personal/social, and career goals. We will promote an environment to encourage personal inquiry and growth, social responsibility, and academic excellence. School counselors believe that every student can succeed through the collaborative efforts of school, home, and community leading to responsible and productive citizenship in the 21st century.
Mission statement
The mission of the Naaman Forest High School Counseling Department is to provide a proactive, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate program to address students' academic and career goals in addition to supporting their personal and social needs. This is accomplished through a partnership with parents/guardians, staff, and community members to enable all students to become successful, productive citizens and lifelong learners in a diverse and changing world.
Naaman Forest Counseling Staff
| Name | Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| Claire McGrath | Lead Counselor |
9th-12th grade (Last names A-Beq.) 9th Collegiate |
| Mewesette Baker | Counselor | 9th-12th grade (Last names Ber.-Garn.) |
| Angela McGill | Counselor | 9th-12th Grade (Last names Ro-Z) |
| Angela Noska | Counselor | 9th-12th Grade (Last names Mat.-Ri.) |
| Shonedra Redd | ECHS Counselor |
ECHS Counselor 10th-12th Collegiate |
| Esther Wanton | CTE Counselor |
CTE Counselor CTE: GBLS, PTECH, GRCTIC (non-collegiate) |
| Katrina Woods | Counselor | 9th-12th Grade (Last names Garo-Mass)) |
| Jared Gavin | Responsive Services Counselor |
Crisis Intervention Mental Health Education and Awareness |
| Priya Roshan | Responsive Services Counselor |
Crisis Intervention Mental Health Education and Awareness |
| Rafif Kayali | Registrar | Transcripts |
| Ivonne Martinez | Data Clerk | Change of Address |
| Gladys Alexander | Secretary |
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.