Counseling Services Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a comprehensive guidance program that will assist all students in acquiring the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed to become effective students, responsible citizens, productive workers, and lifelong learners.

Truman Middle School Comprehensive Counseling Program is an integral part of the school’s total program with a commitment to education; individuality and helping each student reach their maximum potential. With collaborative and cooperative relationships, the program strives to meet the academic, personal/social, and career needs of every student. The program’s ultimate goal is for students to master the competencies necessary to be able to make self-directed, realistic, and responsible decisions and to be successful contributors to society.

Truman Counseling Services Vision Statement

The Vision of Truman Middle School's Counseling Department is guided by our commitment to provide a safe, nurturing environment where the entire learning community addresses the unique developmental needs of adolescents and collaborates freely to ensure each student develops into a productive, reflective, caring, ethical, and contributing member of society.

Department Overview

Our department is made up of Mrs. Blue Hamilton, School Counselor and Ms. Barrett, School Social Worker. 

Mrs. Blue and Ms. Barrett share many similar duties including individual counseling, social emotional learning activities and mediation. 

Mrs. Blue also assists with 504 meetings and completes guidance lessons,  scheduling and high school planning. 

Ms. Barrett handles suicide/self harm assessment, small group counseling, behavior management, Kindness Crew and McKinney Vento identification and case management.

⇒ Group Counseling Permission Slip