Counselors

Mrs. Elizabeth Butler has been a school counselor since 2009. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in English and her Master’s degree in Counseling & Guidance from Clemson University. She received her Education Specialist degree in K-12 School Counseling from the University of Georgia. She serves students in Kindergarten, 1st Grade & 2nd Grade. She has two children, Jack and Anna-Reid. She enjoys outdoor concerts, theatre, DIY projects, hiking, & spending time at the beach.

Email: elizabeth.butler@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 678-377-8968

Ms. Caitlyn Smith started her counseling career with the Freeman's Mill family in 2022. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology, with a minor in African-American Studies, from Valdosta State University in 2019. She also earned a Master of Social Work degree from Valdosta State University in 2021. Ms. Smith is currently pursuing a Master of School Counseling degree from Albany State University and a Specialist degree from the University of Georgia. She works with students in grades 3-5. She loves to travel and helping people along the way.

Email: caitlyn.smith@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 678-377-8949

The mission statement of Freeman’s Mill Elementary School Counseling Program is to reduce barriers to academic achievement and encourage excellence in all students by promoting academic, personal and social, and career development.

Freeman’s Mill Elementary School Counseling Department will encourage excellence by providing guidance, support, and responsive services to all students, thus fostering the development of lifelong learners and respectful citizens.

Freeman's Mill School Counseling program closely aligns with the American School Counselor Association's model. A comprehensive counseling program includes several pieces. The school counselor teaches core curriculum counseling lessons to grades K-5. These lessons are designed to teach academic, college, and career readiness, and social/emotional skills. Additionally, counselors offer several small group opportunities throughout the year, with a focus on resiliency and study skills. She also meets with individuals as needed and provides crisis intervention services as well.

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