Guidance & Counseling
Welcome to the Guidance & Counseling Department at Tison Middle School. You can find all necessary resources on this page or in the menu bar on the right side of the page. We look forward to serving your family at Tison Middle School. Go Roos!
David Ochoa serves as the Guidance Counselor for students with last names that begin with letters A-L.
Scott Wells serves as the Guidance Counselor for students with last names that begin with letters M-Z.
Jaclyn Kercher serves as the Crisis Counselor for all students in need at Tison Middle School.
WISD Counseling Mission Statement: We will assist and support all students in the discovery of inherent strengths, academic strategies, future planning, social/emotional health, and responsible behavior which will afford them the greatest opportunities for success in school and in life.
Anti-Bullying Information
If you have any concerns about your student being bullied, or have questions about the process for reporting bullying, please call or make an appointment to speak with a counselor. You may also use the Roo Anonymous Tip Line by calling 817-599-5555. Use these links to learn more about bullying:
Child Abuse Information
What is child abuse? Child abuse is defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as any recent act or failure to act that results in a child’s serious physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse, exploitation or death.
To report Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation contact the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services: 1-800-252-5400
College Resources
The following list of websites provide resources for parents in exploring options for college.
The following list of websites provide resources for parents in exploring options for college.
- Apply Texas
- College Board
- College for All Texans
- Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Cyber Safety
The following list of websites provide resources for parents in helping keep your child safe on the internet.
- https://www.fosi.org/good-digital-parenting/celebrate-internet-safety-month/?post_num=1
- https://www.cfchildren.org/blog/2019/09/5-ways-to-protect-tweens-and-teens-from-cyberbullying/?utm_source=SS_clients_MS_Oct_2019_MS&utm_campaign=SS_clients_MS_2019_Oct&utm_medium=email
Suicide Prevention
The following list of websites provide resources for parents in obtaining help for your child who may be struggling. At Tison Middle School we have a HOPE SQUAD. The squad is made up of students who serve as a resource for their peers who are struggling.
- Suicide and Crisis Hotline - by calling 988 you'll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area, anytime 24/7.
- Crisis Text Line, text HELLO to 741741, which is free 24/7 confidential.
- http://www.thejasonfoundation.com
- https://hopesquad.com/
Healthy Relationships
Parents should start talking to their children about healthy relationships well before they start dating. Provide your children with examples of healthy relationships in your own life. Point out healthy and unhealthy relationship behaviors in television, movies, and music and take an opportunity to talk to your child about what is appropriate and what is not.
It is never too early to teach self-respect. Teach your children to respect themselves. Always keep the lines of communication open. Encourage your child to come to you. Listen to your child and refrain from lecturing. Ask your child questions to encourage conversations about healthy relationships, such as:
- What makes a healthy relationship?
- What do you want in a relationship?
- What are the relationships like that you have witnessed at school or among friends?
If you suspect your child is in an unhealthy relationship, make sure your child knows you are there to help. Be clear that you do not blame them and that you are, and always will be, supportive of them. When your child does end the relationship, help your them develop a safety plan to stay safe during and after the relationship.