Student Support Staff
Meet the Student Support Staff
The Student Support Staff at Forest Grove Middle School consists of staff members from the Office of Social Emotional Learning and the School Counseling Department.
While each role is different, the student support staff are committed to partnering together to provide support to all students socially, emotionally, and behaviorally to ensure success inside and outside of the classroom.
Office of Social Emotional Learning
Supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students
Monitoring and supporting student attendance
Connecting students and families to community resources for assistance with:
Housing stability, food security, mental health counseling, and more
Samantha Maesto
School Psychologist
Christine Pappas
School Adjustment Counselor
Huskies, Terriers, Cougars
Jessica O'Neill
School Adjustment Counselor
Melecia McLeary-Wilson
School Adjustment Counselor
AmCats, Engineers, Minutemen, Lancers
School Counselors
Academic planning & advising
College & career readiness skills
Support students through personal development
Robyn Banks
Department Head of Guidance
Cougars, Greyhounds, Worcester State
Marni White
School Counselor
Engineers, Minutemen, Eagles
Stephanie Machado
School Counselor
AmCats, Huskies, Terriers, Lancers
Wrap-Around Coordinator
The Wrap-Around Coordinator at Forest Grove Middle School provides essential support to students and families, offering comprehensive services that aim to meet various needs within the school community.
Community Resources
The Worcester community is rich with resources that can address a range of needs and concerns. Please see the links below to be connected to these resources.