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Student Services
Student Services Department
At Union Park Middle School, we follow the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) model to ensure that every student receives comprehensive, developmentally appropriate support. Our Student Services Team works with students individually, in small groups, and in classroom settings to address academic needs, postsecondary preparation, and social–emotional development.
Our services include:
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Coping strategies and emotional regulation support
- Small‑group counseling
- Referrals for additional mental‑health services
- Academic counseling and progress monitoring
- Behavioral interventions and positive behavior support
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Student Service Resources:
Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Mental Health Services at Union Park Middle School
Union Park Middle School’s Mental Health Services Team is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students’ social, emotional, and behavioral well‑being are prioritized. By strengthening these areas, we help students build confidence, develop resilience, and achieve greater academic success.
Our approach emphasizes prevention, early intervention, and access to a full continuum of mental health supports. Services are delivered through a Multitiered System of Supports (MTSS), allowing us to address student needs at varying levels of intensity—from schoolwide strategies to individualized support.
Collaboration is at the heart of our work. We partner closely with families, community agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure students receive comprehensive, coordinated care. Together, we strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where every student can thrive.
School Based Social Worker:
Alyssa Casey
E-mail: Alyssa.Casey@ocps.net
Tel: 407-249-6309 Ext. 5262249
SAFE Coordninator
Giselle Rackley
E-mail:Giselle.Rackley@ocps.net
Tel: 407-249-6309 Ext. 5262269
Parent Teacher Conference
Parent /Teacher Conferences are held Monday through Thursday from 8:40 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. They can be in person or virtually. Please complete this form if you would like to schedule a Parent/Teacher Conference for your student. You will be contacted by their school counselor to set up a date.
Guidance Department
The Guidance Department is here to support students and families with a wide range of academic and planning needs. Our team assists with course selection, registering for required assessments, researching scholarship opportunities, scheduling parent‑teacher conferences, and preparing students for graduation and their next steps beyond middle school. We are committed to helping every student develop a clear pathway to future success.
Guidance Counselor
Sonia Barcelo
E-mail: Sonia.Barcelo@ocps.net
Tel: 407-249-6309 Ext. 5262236
Academic Dean
Vincent Vecchio
E-mail: Vincent.Vecchio@ocps.net
Tel: 407-249-6309 Ext. 5262242
Core Principles
Positive Relationships:
Prioritizing strong, respectful connections between staff, students, and families. This involves showing genuine care, empathy, and understanding for each student's individual needs.
Restorative Practices:
Shifting from punitive measures to restorative approaches that focus on repairing harm, building relationships, and promoting accountability.
Social-Emotional Learning:
Integrating social-emotional learning (SEL) into the school's culture and curriculum to help students develop self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Clear Expectations and Consistent Consequences:
Establishing clear, age-appropriate rules and expectations, and consistently enforcing them with logical, non-punitive consequences.
Individualized Approach:
Recognizing that each student is unique and may require different approaches to behavior support.
Collaboration and Communication:
Encouraging open communication and collaboration between staff, students, families, and the wider community.
Behavior Intervention Team
Here at Union Park Middle School, we emphasize a positive, supportive, and restorative approach to student behavior. Our goal is to build strong relationships and create a sense of belonging so that every student feels valued and connected to our school community.
We focus on teaching students how to make responsible choices, reflect on their actions, and accept accountability in a constructive way. Through restorative practices, positive reinforcement, and clear expectations, we work to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Administrative Dean of Students – (A – M)
Jairo Serna
E-mail: Jairo.Serna@ocps.net
Tel: 407-249-6309 Ext. 5262246
Administrative Dean of Students – (N – Z)
Dennis Richardson
E-mail: Dennis.Richardson@ocps.net
Tel: 407-249-6309 Ext. 5262367
PASS Coordinator/Transportation Liaison
Juan Roman
E-mail: Juan.Roman@ocps.net
Tel: 407-249-6309 Ext. 5262297