Hello and Welcome to my page!
My name is Laurel Van Zandt. I am the 6th Grade Counselor this year at GMS!
{ IMPORTANT DATES/INFO }
Final Day of the 23-24 school year: Friday, May 24
First Day of the 24-25 school year: Thursday, August 1
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Who is Miss VanZandt??! A little about me....
I am from Meridian, MS.
This is my 9th year as a School Counselor and I absolutely love what I do!
I earned my Bachelors degree in Educational Psychology at Mississippi State in Starkville.
Next stop, I worked at Oxford Floral Company in Oxford for a few months. What fun!
I returned to school to earn my Masters degree in School Counseling at Mississippi State in Meridian.
After graduation, I moved to Memphis, TN and worked as a school counselor at a middle school in Southaven for 7 years.
Ultimately, I wanted to be closer to family, so I moved to Ridgeland during the summer of 2022 and worked at an elementary in Clinton.
This year, I am beyond excited and feel incredibly grateful to join Madison County Schools
and the Maverick family here at Germantown Middle!!
I am here to support to you and your student(s), so please don't hesitate to reach out to me any time!
Email: Lau172@madison-schools.com
Phone: 601-859-0376, extension 2210
GO MAVS!!!!! It's going to be a GREAT year!
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FUN FACTS ABOUT MISS VAN ZANDT:
*I have enjoyed volunteering and serving my community since my high school days.
*I am a member of the Junior League of Jackson.
*I am a 'Friend' (member) of the USA International Ballet Competition.
*I participated in four 5k's while living in Memphis, TN. I hate to run, but love to support a good cause!
*I attend First Pres, Jackson.
*I consider myself a "Bulldog on paper", but a "Rebel at heart" ~ HOTTY TODDY!
Favorite music: Disco/70's & 80's.
Favorite colors: Blues/Greens & Oranges/Pinks.
Favorite food: Sweets (especially chocolate), Pasta, Pizza, & Tacos.
Other things I love:
*Interior design. *Clothes/Shoes. *School Dress-up Days.
*Rom-com & Action shows/movies. *Animals. *Bowling.
*The beach. *White water rafting & Kayaking. *Hiking.
*Spending time with friends & family. *Traveling. *Flowers.
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I am looking forward to getting to know YOU, too!!!
