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    Counseling Department

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      Staff                          

    • Timothy Rossini (Timothy_F_Rossini@mcpsmd.org) —  6th Grade Counselor
    • Elizabeth Fischer (Elizabeth_Fischer@mcpsmd.org) — Resource Counselor / 7th Grade Counselor (A-L)
    • Hinna Qureshi (Hinna_Qureshi@mcpsmd.org) — 7th Grade Counselor (M-Z)
    • Terence Purdie (Terrence_F_Purdie@mcpsmd.org — 8th Grade Counselor
    • Niloo Ziaee (Niloofar_Ziaee@mcpsmd.org) — Counseling Secretary/Registrar

                                                   

     Mission 

    The mission of the Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School Counseling Department is to inspire all students to reach their full potential through academic, college and career, and social/emotional development and, in doing so, become successful college and career-ready world-class citizens. All students will have equitable access to the school counseling program, which provides developmentally appropriate activities including individual and small-group counseling and school counseling curriculum lessons. School counselors at Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School advocate for equity and access to challenging coursework, enrichment opportunities, differentiated instruction, and support services, as well as integrity, justice, and respect for all. 

     VISION

    The vision of the Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School counseling program is for all students to thrive in any learning environment. They will be independent, motivated, and creative problem solvers. Our students will persevere in the face of adversity, and demonstrate empathy and respect differences. Our students will be contributing members of society, and have the postsecondary skills necessary to be successful in an advancing global workforce.

     School Counseling Team and Resources

    Click on School Counseling Team and Resources to access the website.

     Counseling Services 

    •  Academic and Career Planning 
    • Individual and Group Counseling  
    • Problem Solving, Prevention, and Crisis Intervention 
    • Consultation with teachers and staff 
    • Mediation between students, student/parent, student/staff 
    • Scheduling 
    • Referrals to community agencies and private practitioners 
    • Student advocate 
    • Conferences 
    • Student Services Management Team Facilitator and Member 
    • Edline account services   

     

     Student Service Learning (SSL) Hours

     

    Guidance Curriculum (Lessons): 

    College and Career Readiness: school wide lessons and activities on college and career preparedness in middle school and resources available for students

    High School Choice: Lessons delivered to the 8th grade about the high school choice process.

      

    Contacting Counselors:  collaboration

    How can STUDENTS meet with their counselor? 

    Students can see their counselor via a self-referral, parent request, and/or teacher or administrative referral. Sessions may be held on regular basis or as needed.

    How can PARENTS meet with counselors?

    Please call the counseling department at 240-740-4160 between the hours of 7:45 am and 3:15 pm to arrange an appointment, or email the counselor directly (see Staff Directory). To meet with an individual teacher, please call the main office at 240-740-4150 and leave a message. You may also email teachers.

    We are here for you! together

    We look forward to assisting you and your child. Middle school is an exciting yet challenging time for students, their parents, and teachers. As students in graders 6-8 navigate through the stressor of middle school life, Lee MS counselors are here to help them balance their needs within the school setting. The counselors will use counseling techniques that aid students with discovering talents, increasing competence, and expanding their academic, career, and personal horizons. The counseling department stresses development in there major areas: academic achievement, career and decision-making, and personal/social development.   

     

     

     For more information, below is our contact information: 

     Col. E. Brooke Lee Middle School

     11800 Monticello Avenue

     Silver Spring, Maryland 20902

      

    Mrs. Niloo Ziaee

     Registrar/Counseling Secretary

     240-740-4150 

     

     

     

     2019-20 Course Selection Information 

     

     

     Mental Health and Wellness Resource Guide 

     

     

    Community Resources

     

    Food

    • Food Pantry at Silver Spring Christian Reformed Church
      • 1501 Arcola Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20902
      • Phone: 301-284-8401
      • Accessible through: Ride-on Bus 31 or Ride-on Bus 9
    • Saturday Family Markets at Kennedy High School
      • Open to families with students attending JFK Cluster Schools (Lee MS)
      • Families can receive 20-30lbs of food!
      • Dates:
    • MidCounty United Ministries Food Bank
      • 2424 Reedie Dr. Wheaton, MD
      • Phone: 301-929-8675
    • Sheppard’s Table
      • Monday-Friday
      • 8106 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910
      • Phone: 301-585-6465
      • Offers Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner services
          • Breakfast: 7:30-8:25am
          • Lunch: 12:00-12:55pm
          • Dinner 6:00-7:45pm
        • Saturday & Sunday
          • Brunch: 10:30-11:25am
          • Dinner: 6:00-7:45pm
    • Manna Food
      • 12901 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20906
      • Hours: Tuesdays 4-7pm
      • Please call to talk to an agent: 301-424-1130
    • New Creations Baptist Church
      • Free food distribution
      • Second Saturday of Every month
      • 11005 Dayton St, Wheaton, MD 20902.
    • Capital Area Food Bank
      • Many different food assistance programs

     

     

     

     

     

    Housing/Rental Assistance:

    • Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC)
      • Provides "Opportunity Housing" to persons of eligible income as determined by the County Executive through regulation.
    • Rental Assistance Program (RAP):
      • Helps low-income households meet their monthly rental expenses.
      • $50 to $200 per month towards their rental costs.
      • Apply HERE

     

    Mental Health/Crisis

     

    Dental/Eye Services

     

    Computers

    • Phoenix Computers
      • Sell refurbished computers, laptops, and other accessories for a reduced rate.

     

     

     

    Tax Help

     

    Medical Assistance, Temporary Cash Assistance, Food Stamps

    **Individuals can apply for these assistance programs at any of these local offices**

    • MidCounty DHHS Building
      • 1301 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
    • DHHS Silver Spring Center
      • 8818 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
    • UpCounty Regional Services Center
      • 12900 Middlebrook Road, Germantown, MD 20874
    • Neighborhood Service Center at Catholic Charities
      • 12247 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20906
    • Takoma East Silver Spring (TESS) Center
      • 8513 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring, MD 20901
    • Neighborhood Service Center at Family Services, Inc.
      • 200 Girard Street (Suite 203), Gaithersburg, MD 20877

     

    Emergency Financial Assistance & Much More