School Counselors
Welcome to Mrs. Copes' and Ms. Ruiz's School Counselor web page!
Below is information about:
Contacting the School Counselors
Bullying
Individual support
Special Events
Resources for Families
A Guide to Resources in Volusia County
See you in School Vision Program
Immunization and Physical Information
We look forward to helping your child have the best year ever!
- Dana Copes: 504/PST Contact information – djcopes@volusia.k12.fl.us | 386-626-0053 x22597
- Brittney Ruiz: baruiz@volusia.k12.fl.us 386-626-0053 x22524
Google Forms:
- Parent/Guardian Request to see Student or Get Resource Information Form
- Faculty and Staff Referral Form https://forms.gle/z5qkV8xvN17DBLpQ9
Individual Support is available to all students at the request of teachers, families, or students. We are a resource to help students succeed in school. Individual support within the school setting is short term. If your child tells you he/she met with us, please don't be alarmed. Sometimes students self-refer and visit with us once or twice, and are able to solve their own problem. If students come to our office more than twice or it is of a serious nature families are contacted. We feel fortunate to be able to spend time listening to students while providing a safe setting to help them work through challenges. We feel as though we are safe friend a Citrus Grove who are available to help students academically and emotionally.
Special Events – Throughout the year the following events are sponsored by the school counselor: Backpack's for those in need, Unity Day, Red Ribbon Week, Families in need holiday support, Great Kindness Challenge
Transitioning to Kindergarten can be a difficult time for families. Below are some articles that will make the move to our eagle nest a smooth one!
Attendance Support
Successful Mornings: Bedtime and Wake Up Tips...
Family Resources: Your parenting mindset may be the most important way you impact your student's learning and development! Here are 55 Best Back-to-School Articles for Parents, providing answers to my most FAQ (topics include Learning and Achievement, Family Well Being, Parent Readiness & Engagement, Back to School Anxiety, Children with Special Needs/ Abilities/ Personalities, Homework, Youth Sports, Bullying, Media & Technology, Discipline).