Ms. Allen, Mr. Marenghi and Mrs. Sailer are the Blake Middle School guidance
counselors. We look forward to getting to know you!
Blake Middle School, Guidance Philosophy
Guidance at the Blake Middle School is a part of the support system that
helps all children strive for success, healthy, self-esteem, sensitivity to
the needs of others and the ability to cope with change. Utilizing guidance
groups, individual counseling, and interactions with parents, administrators,
staff and other professionals, the counselors foster the personal growth and
development of the students by building on their strengths and interests.
At each level a designed guidance curriculum provides for the students’
engagement with topics that are age appropriate. Discussions on personal,
emotional, social and educational issues with hopefully heighten individual
awareness.
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If a student needs a second copy of his/her progress reports or report
cards to be sent home with the student or mailed home (possible 2nd
address), please notify the guidance office.
Visit the individual grade sections to view the Program of Studies by
grade. All grades have the choice of band/chorus/orchestra (must have
previous experience with an instrument to choose band or orchestra) or none
(will have an extra "related" class - ex. problem solving.)
The only leveled classes are 7th and 8th grade math. The teachers make the
decision about who should be placed in which level (they look at placement
tests, class grades and teacher evaluation or the student as and independent
learner.)
For scheduling concerns please contact the guidance office or Mr. Vaughn.
Necessary changes will be made as soon as possible.
If it is more than 2 weeks into the school year, we will need a signed note
from a parent/guardian stating the reason for the change.