NAME:
Maryellen Norkis
SCHOOL:
Upper Township Middle School
CLASS:
Guidance Counselor
SCHOOL PHONE:
628-3500 ext. 245
Attended St. Joseph's University and Stockton State College
Graduated with a bachelors degree in Social Work
Attended Rutger's University
Graduated with a masters degree in Social Work
Attended Georgian Court College
Received a Substance Awareness Coordinator certificate
I have been the guidance counselor at the Middle School for the past six years. Prior to this I was
the school social worker on the Child Study Team for the Dennis Township Board of Education for 15
years. I enjoy working with children of all ages, especially middle school students who are going
through so many life changes.
The Upper Township Middle School District Guidance Program's philosophy is one that personal
development and fulfillment of all student's are most important in helping them to understand
themselves. Developmental guidance helps individuals make the best life choices so they may reach
their fullest potential.
Guidance is available to all students through classroom lessons, and also in individual, or small
group settings in the following areas:
Bullying
Drug and Alcohol
Peer Issues
Anger Management
Study Skills
Children of Divorce
Grief
Careers
High School
