Amanda Ferrucci

Hello Friends! My name is
Mrs. Amanda Ferrucci
I have been a school counselor here at Har-Bur for fifteen years! I am proud to be a Har-Bur Husky and truly enjoy getting to know all my students who I consider "my kids"!

Throughout the school year I hope to meet with each child either independently or as part of a group.

Contact Information:

[email protected]

860-673-6163 EXT. 17513

Why Middle School Counselors?
Middle school students are characterized by rapid physical growth, curiosity about their world and an emerging self-identity. Through a comprehensive developmental school counseling program, counselors work as a team member with school staff, parents and the community to create a caring, supportive climate and atmosphere whereby young adolescents can achieve academic success. Middle school counselors enhance the learning process and promote academic achievement. School counseling programs are essential for students to achieve optimal personal growth, acquire positive social skills and values, set appropriate career goals and realize full academic potential to become productive, contributing members of the world community. The professional middle school counselor holds a master’s degree and required state certification in school counseling. Maintaining certification includes on-going professional development to stay current with education reform and challenges facing today’s students. Professional association membership is encouraged as it enhances the school counselor’s knowledge and effectiveness.