Counseling

Students will achieve success in academic knowledge, skills, and behavior through participation in the Pinckneyville Middle School student-oriented, comprehensive counseling program. Students will have equitable access to appropriate resources and support for success in their academic, social-emotional development, and career exploration, in accordance to the standards and competencies measured by the national, state, and the Gwinnett County Public Schools’ Office Counseling College and Career Services.

The vision of the Pinckneyville Middle School Counseling Department is to equitably meet the needs of every student with the knowledge and skills necessary to become lifelong learners and equip students to achieve their highest potential to become contributing members of a global society.

The Pinckneyville Middle School Counseling Department believes:

Every student should have equitable access and inclusion in the learning environment.
Every student can succeed when provided with the appropriate tools in social-emotional, academic, and career development skills.
Every student should be included in the comprehensive school counseling program, developed and delivered by professional and culturally competent school counselors.
Every student should be treated with respect and empathy to holistically meet their needs.

Mission

Mission

The mission of the Pinckneyville Middle School Counseling department is to promote academic, social/emotional, and career success by cultivating the knowledge and skills essential to being contributing citizens of a global society. The program seeks to ensure that students achieve success in a safe, caring, equitable, and supportive environment. PMS Counselors will work collaboratively with stakeholders to create a school climate where students feel supported and are valued.

6th Grade

Cheyenne Hanson

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cheyenne.hanson@gcpsk12.org
770-447-2610

Ms. Hanson was born in Washington and raised both abroad and in Texas, giving her the opportunity to experience many cultures and consider many places home. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from The University of Texas at Austin before completing her Master of Education in School Counseling at Georgia State University. She is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and is working toward serving young people and adults in clinical settings.

Before becoming a school counselor, Ms. Hanson spent five years teaching internationally and two years teaching in the United States. Working with diverse students strengthened her commitment to equitable access to education and mental health resources and reinforced her belief that every student deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued.

Ms. Hanson believes every young person deserves the autonomy to discover who they are and who they want to become. She is dedicated to supporting students' academic, social, and emotional well-being while creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where students can build confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of self.

She is excited to serve as the 6th grade school counselor and looks forward to partnering with students, families, and staff as students navigate the transition to middle school and grow with confidence.

7th Grade

Ms. Loran Wharton

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loran.wharton@gcpsk12.org
770-417-2434

Ms. Wharton comes from Charlottesville, Virginia (home of the Wahoo’s/Cavaliers) where she also grew up. I am a proud Panther from Virginia Union University where I did my undergraduate work and received my master’s degree in School Counseling from Longwood University.

I am thankful that I was loved and nurtured by two communities, as my father was a pastor in the city and county surrounding Charlottesville. As the adage goes, “to whom much is given, much is required.” I am culturally competent, trained in trauma informed care, mediation and use the person- centered approach in Counseling.

Although a counselor’s duty is multi-faceted, I believe my role is to help students overcome personal obstacles, develop healthy life goals and acquire the behaviors needed to attain these goals in a culturally diverse world where they are the stakeholders.

My journey has led me to the understanding that “if knowledge does not produce love, it is merely information.”

I eagerly anticipate with excitement and energy that I will be getting to know your child and the family. Can’t you feel it? It’s ‘gonna’ be a great year and may the force be with us all.

8th Grade

Mrs. Deronshay Sharpe

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deronshay.sharpe@gcpsk12.org

Mrs. Sharpe grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Communication Studies from The University of Georgia. She completed her Master of Education in Professional Counseling and Educational Specialist in Professional School Counseling from The University of Georgia. Mrs. Sharpe is a triple DAWG! Mrs. Sharpe has experience in education at all grade levels, including collegiate. Mrs. Sharpe is a mom of 2. She enjoys exercising, cruises, and spa days. Mrs. Sharpe values building relationships and looks forwards to collaborating with teachers, parents, and community resources to support student success. With a student-centered focus, Mrs. Sharpe strive to meet students where they are and provide support for their overall well-being.

Ms. Kim Gray

kim.gray@gcpsk12.org
770-582-7541

Ms. Gray is an Atlanta native. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Media Arts and a Master of Arts degree in School Counseling from Clark Atlanta University, followed by an Education Specialist degree in School Counseling from Jacksonville State University. This school year marks her first at Pinckneyville Middle School. Ms. Gray has 30 years in education, previously serving as a middle school counselor in Cobb County Schools and as an elementary school counselor in DeKalb County Schools. Middle school is an important of self-discovery, and Ms. Gray looks forward to working with students during this transition. Her goal is to prepare students to be productive citizens by supporting their academic, social/emotional, and career development. She is the proud mother of two adult sons. Outside of school, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, and cheering on the Atlanta Falcons. Ms. Gray is excited to join the Pinckneyville community and looks forward to a fantastic year!

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