Student Support Staff
COUNSELORS11th & 12th Grade School Counselor: 9th & 10th Grade School Counselor: 7th & 8th Grade School Counselor: 6th & 7th Grade School Counselor: College Advisor: Registrar: |
- School Social Worker- JEREMY BELK
- School Support Coach- CANDACE RYAN
Student Supports Office Information
Our Mission
Our mission as school counselors is to serve as advocates for all students. Our goal is to support and encourage students to reach their academic, personal, social, and emotional potential. The foundation of our program is driven by data, the TN State Counseling Standards, and collaboration with stakeholders to be proactive and preventative in an effort to meet the needs of all students. We work to create a safe and positive environment that supports students in gaining the skills and knowledge needed to become balanced lifelong learners.
Our Vision
We envision all Signal Mountain Middle High School students graduating with a strong foundation of personal worth and character, academic confidence, a growth mindset to meet their future career and college goals, and the resiliency to navigate obstacles as respectful and compassionate global citizens.
Our Beliefs
We believe the following to be true:
- all students should be respected regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs.
- all students are unique and dynamic individuals, capable of learning and becoming responsible and productive adults.
- all students should have the opportunity to learn from mistakes and successes to better understand and develop resiliency.
- all students should take developmentally appropriate ownership of their learning and practice self-advocacy.
- the school counselor’s role is to provide a data driven, developmental counseling program to meet the needs of ALL students.
PTSA
The SMMHS Parent Teacher Student Association works closely with the school’s faculty and administration to promote the best possible education for our students. By uniting parents, students, teachers, and the community we can offer our students the highest advantages in education. Membership dues are $5 per person and can be paid online:
2024-25 PTSA Board |
President: Erin Regrutto
VP-Elect: Amanda Mull
VP-Communications: Christina Behar
VP-Fundraising/MEF: Katy Holland
VP-Membership: Betsy Wilburn
Secretary: Maria Fowler
Treasurer: Lisa Wettstaedt
If you have questions, ideas or are interested in volunteering, please email the PTSA at: smmhsptsa@gmail.com
Interested in serving on the SMMHS PTSA? Each spring the SMMHS PTSA nominating committee looks for people to serve as Executive Board members. Executive Board positions include President, President-Elect, Treasurer, VP Communications, VP MEF, VP Membership and Secretary. If you are interested in learning more about these positions, please email us at smmhsptsa@gmail.com. You may also complete an Interest Form (under PTSA Forms on the left nav on this page) and email it or return it to the PTSA box in the school office. Thank you for your interest in serving your child’s school!
Music and Sports Boosters
Music Boosters is comprised of Middle and High School Band parents. They do the ‘behind the scenes’ work to ensure our students have everything they need to have amazing experiences. This includes raising money, organizing events, and doing the work necessary to keep our programs running smoothly. Any parent may and is encouraged to participate by contacting one of the officers below. A new slate of officers and committee chairs is formulated each spring.
ALMA MATER
Signal Mountain we adore thee, strength, and honor rise.
As the Eagle soars around us braving stormy skies.
Honor! Courage! We pledge to you or deep loyalty.
This to you my Alma Mater, defines our legacy.
We shall mount with wings as Eagles, lifted by her pride.
Reaching heights, and new horizons, wisdom be our guide.
Onward! Upward! We love you. We’ll wear your colors true.
Hail to thee, sweet Alma Mater, Signal we love you.
Written by Cody Harvey, Class of 2011