Guidance & School Counseling
Welcome! From testing to college and careers, GCVS school counselors help students navigate school and plan for the future.
What We Do
Our certified school counselors are trained to provide the resources and assistance students need while in school.
- Tutoring options
- Academic accommodations
- Referrals to community resources
- Counseling (individual, small group, and crisis response)
- Individual student planning
They also deliver high-quality academic, career, and personal counseling services to students in individual, small group, and classroom settings. This includes promoting positive mental health, social-emotional learning, career exploration, vocational training, help to choose the right college or university, and more!
Our Mission
The mission of the GCVS school counseling program is to help prepare every student for success in the 21st century by removing barriers to achievement for all students. Leveraging technology and the accessibility of online learning, all students will receive a comprehensive school counseling program. Through developmentally appropriate preventative and responsive counseling services delivered by certified professional school counselors, all students are empowered to explore their passions, interests, and talents leading to increased engagement and continued growth. The GCVS school counseling program supports teachers and families by providing flexible and personalized online learning opportunities so all students can achieve academically, personally, and in meaningful post-secondary college and career pursuits.
Contact Our Counselors
To contact one of our counselors, please call administrative assistant Christina Fisher at 413-475-3879, extension 87.
Or schedule a meeting directly with your school counselor.
Send message
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French BrittanyBrittany French Grade 9: Last Names A–G, Grades 10–12: Last Names A–F bfrench@gcvs.org Send message »AddressCounselor InformationGrade 9: Last Names A–G
Grades 10–12: Last Names A–FAdditional informationThis is my ninth year at GCVS, and I'm excited to work with all my students! We will work on various activities including career exploration work in Naviance, executive function skills development, post-secondary planning activities, and more.
Education: I received my BA in psychology at Westfield State University and my MEd with a concentration in school counseling at Springfield College.
My Favorites:
- My family! My husband, five siblings, three nieces, and one nephew.
- Finley, my dog
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Visiting Maine
- Pop punk music (especially Taking Back Sunday
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Hammill JorjaJorja Hammill Grades K–5 jhammill@gcvs.org Send message » 413-278-2433AddressSchedule an AppointmentCounselor InformationGrades K–5Additional information
Hello! My name is Jorja Hammill, I am the Elementary School Counselor at GCVS. I have over 20 years of experience working as a school guidance counselor and school adjustment counselor, supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally. I currently live in northern New York with my family, where life is busy cheering on my son, Jack, at his many sporting events! When we’re not at a game, we enjoy spending time outdoors exploring the nearby Adirondack Mountains.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out — I look forward to working together!
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Lessard JasonJason Lessard Grade 9: Last Names H–M, Grades 10–12: Last Names G–O jlessard@gcvs.org Send message » 413-862-5642, ext. 196AddressCounselor InformationGrade 9: Last Names H–M
Grades 10–12: Last Names G–OAdditional informationI have been a guidance counselor for over ten years, and I am excited to work with my students and their families. Throughout your time at GCVS, we will work on various activities including career exploration, developing executive function skills, post-secondary planning, and much more.
When scheduling an appointment please only select times when you are not in class. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Moreau RobRob Moreau Grade 9: Last Names N–Z, Grades 10–12: Last Names P–Z rmoreau@gcvs.org Send message » 413-475-3879, ext. 189AddressCounselor InformationGrade 9: Last Names N–Z
Grades 10–12: Last Names P–ZAdditional information
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Ruhle JenniferJennifer Ruhle Grades 6–8 jruhle@gcvs.org Send message » 413-930-4257AddressCounselor InformationGrades 6–8Additional information
Dual Enrollment
Taking dual enrollment courses lets self-motivated, organized, and mature students earn high school and college credits simultaneously. All students are eligible to take these classes at Greenfield Community College (GCC) free of charge! Learn more about it on the Dual Enrollment page.
Request Forms
Transcript Request Form
Please fill out the Google form below if you would like a transcript.
Remember that transcripts may take up to two weeks to process. Transcripts are only for students in grades 9–12.
Work Permit Request Form
Please fill out the Google form below.
After we have received the form, we will send you the application for the work permit. After the student completes the application, they will attend a video meeting with their school counselor to finalize the work permit.
