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Counselor
Mrs. Deborah Ford
Mrs. Ford graduated from the University of Mary Hardin Baylor with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. She completed her Master's degree in Education in school counseling at Tarleton State University. Mrs. Ford has been a school counselor for over twenty years. She has worked at Gatesville ISD and Midway ISD as a school counselor. She has also taught 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 8th grades before becoming a school counselor. Mrs. Ford is married and has three grown children and two grandchildren.
Degrees & Certifications:
- MEd Counseling, Tarleton State University
- Education Degree, Mary Hardin Baylor
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Online Links and Resources
- Bullying Resources for Parents
- Cyberbullying Tips for Parents Video
- Cyberbullying Before You Text
- Dating Violence 101
- Suicide Prevention Video
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