Counselors
Dr. Monica Hayman
Hello! My name is Dr. Hayman, and I have been serving students in the Gainesville City School system for over 26 years! I am a published author and a licensed professional counselor. I am a married and dedicated mother of five, with an eclectic, educational background. I love to write poems and take great pleasure in my interactions with people of all cultures.
I believe that every child is unique and has abilities that can be developed, expanded, and perfected through various modalities of learning. I love people and seek opportunities to provide resources, truths and challenges that transform lives for good in the present and future.
Dr. Hayman has earned the following degrees:
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B.F.A. in Theatre from Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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M.A. in School Counseling from Clark Atlanta University
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M.Th. in Theological Studies from Liberty University
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Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction from Lincoln Memorial
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Ed.S. in Education Leadership from Lincoln Memorial
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Ed.D. in Education Leadership from Liberty University
I will be your counselor if you're in 8th grade or if you are a 7th grader and your last names begins with the letter A-L
Mr. Stephen Byrd
Hello! My name is Stephen Byrd, and I’ve been in higher education for 3 years, but this is my first year in K12. I’m a new School Counselor finishing up my master's at Valdosta State University. I enjoy the outdoors and sports, and I recently got married in October.
Mr. Byrd is earning the following degree(s):
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M.A. in Counseling
I will be your counselor if you're in 6th grade or if you are a 7th grader and your last names begins with the letter M-Z
Mission
The school counseling team seeks to provide services for students, parents, and all school staff in order to help develop the many areas of needs, including personal, social, and educational development.
Expectations play a MAJOR role in the productivity of success. If we as teachers and parents hold high expectations for our students, they WILL live up to them!
Goals
We are delighted to be able to serve our students and work with families. This year, there are a lot of exciting and important things we will be doing in classroom, office, and school-wide. Please review the services that positively impact your student academically, behaviorally, socially and in planning for the future.