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Meet the Counselor
Mrs. Elizabeth Whiting
Mary_E_Whiting@mcpsmd.org
301-320-6555
Mrs. Whiting is Bannockburn's school counselor. Mrs. Whiting delivers prevention and intervention services that support the academic, personal, interpersonal, health, and career development of all students. Counseling services are provided in several different formats such as whole group lessons, small group meetings, or individual counseling sessions. Mrs. Whiting is a resource for any child, family, or staff member in the school.
Students are seen individually or in a small group setting at the request of a student, parent, teacher, or administrator. Students can request time with Mrs. Whiting by putting a note in the Counselor's Box in the media center, by notifying a teacher, or by speaking with Mrs. Whiting directly.
Parents may contact Mrs. Whiting by phone, email, or written communication.
Counseling Resources
American School Counseling Association
Character Counts! Book List
Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA)
Maryland State Department of Education's Autism Website
Montgomery College
Montgomery College offers a variety of programs for students of elementary school age and for their parents.
Montgomery County Public Schools Parent Academy
The Parent Academy is for all parents and will offer eighteen different workshops, many repeated at varying times and locations. Topics include understanding the school system, computer skills, understanding ADHD, bullying prevention, high school graduation requirements, helping teens make good decisions, helping your child succeed in middle school and more. Courses will be taught by MCPS staff and a variety of community organizations. The workshops are located at schools and other sites throughout Montgomery County. Most are scheduled on weeknights at 7 p.m. and are free of charge. Child care will be provided for children ages 4 through 12. Interpreters in multiple languages will be available at the workshops if they have been requested on the registration form. More information can be obtained by calling 301-279-3100 or 301-517-5940.
Parent Encouragement Program
Bullyinginfo.org
Stopbullyingnow.gov