OGA Student Services Contacts
The School Counselors and School-Based Social Worker are here to discuss any academic or life concerns a student may have. The ultimate goal of the School Counselor/School-Based Social Worker is to ensure that ALL students acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed to become effective students, responsible citizens, productive workers, and lifelong learners.
Elementary School Counseling (Grades 2-5): Dr. Michelle Green
Middle School Counseling (Grades 6-8): Mrs. Hillary Lawson
Middle School Curriculum Guide
OGA Counsellor Newsletters (coming back soon!)
Elementary School Counselor – Provides social/emotional support to students in grades 2-5.
School-Based Mental Health Social Worker - Provides social/emotional support to students in grades 6-8 and connects students/families to resources.
School-Based Psychologist – Works with our Staffing Specialist to conduct psychoeducational evaluations.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor – Supports all tiers of mental health and resiliency initiatives.
Itinerant Social Worker – Supports all tiers of mental health, resiliency initiatives, and attendance.
If students are in crisis, here are some available options:
Mobile Crisis Response: Direct Line: (407) 720-0281
Call 211, press 1 for the crisis helpline, OR Text 898-211 your zip code and type ‘requesting mobile crisis’
Crisis Text Line (Crisis Textline Website): Text HOME to 741741
988 (Dial 988) Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7: confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.
OCPS Community Connect is a free online tool that helps families find social services and community resources. Use your zip code to find local programs and resources: Community Connect Website
Call 911 for any cases of emergencies.