VISION STATEMENT:  The vision of the ECMS counseling program is to provide a comprehensive developmental counseling program which supports the personal growth and development of all students through individual counseling, group counseling and classroom guidance. 

  MISSION STATEMENT:   As school counselors, our mission is to support our students, administration team, teachers, parents and the community in preparing our students to be productive, successful adults by providing them with a caring and safe environment in which to enhance their academic, career and social/emotional characteristics.

Upon enrolling a student at ECMS you will need to bring with you the following documents:

• Student's Social Security Card
• Birth Certificate
• Ear, Eye, and Dental Form or EED from the Health Department
• Georgia Immunization Form
• Withdrawal Papers / Last report card from previous school
• Proof of Residency (utility bill)
• Parent / Guardian Picture ID
• Discipline Report from previous school

Having these documents will speed up the enrollment process.   We can send for these records from the previous school, however that will take additional time.

To withdraw a student please come to the school and complete withdrawal paperwork prior to or on the last day your child attends Effingham County Middle School.

Please return all textbooks, workbooks, and media center books at the time of withdrawal and allow 20-30 minutes to complete all of the withdrawal process.

Completing this process and picking up withdrawal papers will help for a smooth and timely transition to the new school.   If at all possible, give the Counselor's Office at least 24 hours notice when withdrawing from school.

   - (Anonymous/Confidential)  Report drugs, weapons, bullying, threats, or other safety issues - 24/7

Protect Yourself From Online Predators  1-800-843-5678
   - www.cybertipline.com

Georgia Crisis and Access Line     1-800-273-4225

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline    1-800-273-TALK   (1-800-273-8255)

Local Food Pantries:   Click here for list of local food pantries

Counseling Resources:  Suicide/Self Harm, Trauma/Abuse, Housing & Utility, Food/Clothing, Behavioral Health, Counseling

Click here for local counseling resources