Hello Stephens Stars, Families, and Community Members,​

​I am Jessica Whitehead, the counselor of Stephens Elementary. I received BA's in Psychology and Spanish from Southwest Texas State University. I then received a M.Ed. with a specialization in Emotional Behavioral Disorders, along with graduate academic certificates in the areas of transition and behavioral specialist, from the University of North Texas. I received my Texas Educator Certificate as a Special Educator for K-12. Later, I earned my Masters in Counseling from Texas A&M University-Commerce and became a certified school counselor.

I began working at Stephens Elementary school in 2005 as a resource teacher. I taught for six years and then was able to move into the role as the school counselor. I have enjoyed being a part of the Stephens family and am always willing to help in any way I can.

Please feel free to make an appointment with Mrs. Whitehead if you are ever in need of assistance.

972.463.5790 or jwhitehead@garlandisd.net 

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The Stephens counselor will empower every student to achieve exceptional success in the future.

Stephens' school counseling mission is to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and resources to grow every student to achieve their highest potential.

• reviewing your choice of subject during the registration period (February - April)

• 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 previous teaching experience. Each elementary school has a guidance counselor to help ensure that adequate support for helping students to succeed and meet their goals is available.

Visit the district website for more information about the GISD Guidance & Counseling programs.