School Counseling

Welcome from the 8th Grade Center's School Counseling Department, Class of 2025!

We wanted to take this opportunity to re-introduce ourselves to you and encourage you to use us as a resource in your child's education. As you may remember, Mrs. McCarter and Mrs. Flynn were the 7th grade school counselors and now they are here with the students at the 8th Grade Center. We are really looking forward to working with you and your children during this school year.

Our Department includes two counselors, Mrs. McCarter and Mrs. Flynn, and our secretary, Ms. Daw. If you would like to contact us, please feel free to call or email, and include your child’s name and teacher. Throughout the course of the school year, we will be working with all students through the delivery of classroom lessons. Additionally, we meet with students individually to discuss academic, social, and/or emotional concerns that may occur during the school year. Students may schedule time to see their assigned counselor by requesting a pass. Please encourage your son or daughter to access the 8th grade School Counseling services.

If you as parents ever have a concern regarding your child’s academic, social or emotional wellness, please don’t hesitate to contact our office. These years can be challenging for students, as well as parents, and we are here to offer support.

We look forward to working with you and your family as we begin a new school year! The 8th grade will certainly provide more experiences and new challenges for your student. Working together, parents, teachers, and students can accomplish great things. Please join us as we enter the next phase of your child’s education at Spring-Ford. Our best wishes for a positive and productive school year!

Mrs, McCarter, School Counselor: Students A-K
Mrs. Flynn, School Counselor: Students L-Z

610-705-6002

Please note, if you are the Class of 2026, please refer to the 7GC Web site

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CUSTODY PAPERS: The 8th Grade Center office needs a copy of your legal custody agreement if the document contains information pertaining to the legal rights of either parent or guardian. If you are unsure if your child's file holds a current copy, please contact the Guidance Office at 610-705-6002, ext. 2522, and they will be happy to check for you.

DUPLICATE MAILINGS: If you are not your child's primary guardian, and information regarding conferences, academic distress, or disciplinary issues is not routinely relayed to you, you may request duplicate mailings of this information. A request form for doing so may be accessed HERE. Duplicate mail lists are not forwarded yearly; you must request to be added each new school year. Information that is available through Skyward will not be mailed, as it is accessible online. Skyward is a valuable tool for staying updated. Grades, report cards, cafeteria, health, and other information may all be accessed, once registered on Skyward. To view your student, please log into Skyward Family Access from our website at www.spring-ford.net under the "For Parents" heading.

ADDRESS CHANGES: Today's families are on the move! Please make sure to contact us if you move during the school year. The district requires proof of residency for any address change. A signed lease agreement or settlement papers are considered proof of residency. If you are residing in the home of a district resident, please contact the guidance office for the appropriate paperwork.

Eating Disorders

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week is February 26 through March 4. To honor this important week, the Eating Disorders Program at Brandywine Hospital is highlighting their support group for individuals in recovery, individuals currently struggling with symptoms, and family and friends of those suffering from an eating disorder. Please click here for more information.

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