CMS Counseling

Centennial Middle School Counseling
The Counseling faculty at Centennial Middle School is made up of two guidance counselors; both work with students individually, in classrooms, or in groups. They help students with concerns about personal and social adjustment, career planning and scheduling. Counselors work closely with administrators, teachers and parents guiding students mentally, emotionally and socially, while facilitating a safe, wholesome middle-school environment in which to live and learn.

Curriculum Click here to view the course offerings at each grade level.	Our Program Helps Students Select this link to see how we help our students.
Why Consult a Counselor There are many reasons to see a counselor, click this link to see what they are.	Counselors also provide these services This link will tell you what they are.
How you can help You can help your child do a better job if you...	Community Resources This link gives the phone numbers of many other resources offered to our community.
Report Cards The student school year is divided into 6 marking periods of 6 weeks each, with report cards issued at the end of each one. At the conclusion of each semester, report cards will include final examination grades. Select this link to see the report card distribution schedule.	Click on on a name below to send an e-mail to one of the counselors. Students are assigned to a middle school counselor by the grade. Lisa Judd - 6th and 8th grade counselor Amy Bolton - 7th grade counselor

CMS Curriculum
Grade Level	Requirements	Electives
6th Grade	Mathematics Language Arts Social Studies Science Mandatory Rotation (Physical Education, Keyboarding, Health - 12 weeks each)	Students choose one Band (full year) Choir (full year) Elective Rotation of Technology and Journalism (Each class meets for 18 weeks)
7th Grade	Mathematics Language Arts Social Studies Science Physical Education (one semester) Health (one semester)	Students choose one Band (full year) Choir (full year) Elective Rotation of Art and Performing Arts (Each class meets for 18 weeks)
8th Grade	Mathematics English Social Studies Science Physical Education (one semester) Performing Arts (one semester)	Students choose one Band (full year) * Choir (full year) * Chinese (full year) * Spanish (full year) * Elective Rotation: Art, Computers, and Technology (12 weeks)
		* PE/Performing Arts requirement may be waived for students taking *both* a music class and a World Language.

Our Program helps students to:

Feel accepted, important and recognized for their unique abilities.
Develop their aptitudes, abilities and interests.
Better understand their emotional and intellectual development.
Explore their potential for educational and career opportunities.
Adjust to, accept, and participate in a society of varying backgrounds, religions and ethnic groups.

Why consult a counselor

To review current educational progress and get help if needed.
To receive academic guidance.
To consider placement in specialized programs.
To obtain individual counseling about personal or family concerns.
To interpret test results.
To discuss class schedule.
To get advice on high school.

Counselors also provide these services

Arrange parent conferences upon request.
Consult with faculty about individual student needs.
Provide orientation for new students.
Conduct small group counseling as needed.
Present middle school orientation for sixth grade students and compile data for appropriate placement.
Act as a liaison to support services.
Work with program planning and evaluation committees for each special education student.
Coordinate standardized testing program.

How you can help

You can help your child do a better job if you …

KNOW your child's counselor.
ARE INFORMED about the school's guidance and counseling services.
ENCOURAGE your child to make use of guidance and counseling services.
PARTICIPATE in the guidance activities of your child's school.

Community Resources

South Lyon Community Schools (248) 573-8127
Child Abuse (Parent Hotline) (800) 942-4357
Common Ground (800) 231-1127
Poison Control (800) 764-7661
H.A.V.E.N. (Domestic Violence) (248) 334-1274
South Lyon Youth Assistance (248) 573-8189
Catholic Social Services (734) 971-9781
Oakland County Mental Health (800) 810-3772
Protective Service (248) 975-5010

Report Card Schedule

* Grades can be viewed on line using Skyward. Click here to go the the Skyward sign-in page. Parents may opt for a printed report card sent home with students during marking periods 2 to 5.

End of Marking Period Date	Report Card Distribution Date
October 15, 2010 December 3, 2010 January 27, 2011 (end of 1st semester) March 18, 2011 May 6, 2011 June 16, 2011 (end of 2nd semester)	October 25, 2010 (at conferences) December 10, 2010 February 3, 2011 March 25, 2011 May 13, 2011 June 22, 2011 (mailed)