Welcome to the HMS Counseling website!  We hope to provide you with valuable information and resources to use in supporting your middle school student through these exciting and challenging years. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.

Who are the HMS Counselors?

Rachel Stevenson
Rachstev@hpsvikings.org
(269)793-7407 ext. 3508

Ms. Tamara Johnston
Middle School and Elementary At-Risk Counselor 
tamajohn@hpsvikings.org
(269)793-7407 ext. 3512

Hello, I am the At Risk Counselor for Hopkins Elementary, Sycamore Elementary and Hopkins Middle School.  My role is to serve students in those buildings that need more consistent counseling services.  My experience in school counseling span grades K-12.  My educational background is a Masters of Education in School Counseling and Masters of Social Work from GVSU.  It will be a pleasure to meet you and get to know your student. Here's to a wonderful school year at Hopkins.

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What Do the Counselors Do?

School Counselors help people help themselves put the puzzles of school, life, and future together.  We focus specifically on academic, career, and social issues.  We do this by talking with individual students, working with students in small groups, and teaching lessons to whole classes/grade levels.  We collaborate with teachers, other school staff, and families to help support students' academic achievement and future life plans.

 



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