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PIZITZ MIDDLE SCHOOL COUNSELING MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Pizitz Middle School Counseling Department is to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students by fostering resilience, self-awareness, and a love of learning. We collaborate with families, staff, and the community to ensure each student learns without limits, preparing them to thrive as confident, compassionate, and capable individuals in a diverse and ever-changing world.
THE PIRATE CREED
Character, Excellence, Family.
Meet Our Counselors
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Years in Education: 16!Hometown: Little Rock, AR
Favorite Restaurant in Birmingham: Ono Poke
Number one thing on your bucket list: Visiting all of the National Parks!
One thing you could eat every day and never get sick of: Mac and Cheese
Favorite Holiday: My birthday!
One thing that instantly makes your day better: Hugs and smiles!
Email: payneac@vhcs.usPhone Number: 205-402-5369
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Years in Education: I am starting my 8th year as a School Counselor and my second year at Pizitz!Hometown: Vestavia
Favorite Restaurant in Birmingham: Automatic
Number one thing on your bucket list: Either attend a gymnastics event at the Olympics or see a concert at Red Rocks in Colorado.
One thing you could eat every day and never get sick of: Anything that includes the combination of chocolate and peanut butter!
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving or July 4th!
One thing that instantly makes your day better: A perfect cup of coffee
Email: littlea@vhcs.us
Phone Number: 205-402-5370
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Years in Education: 7 years!Hometown: Marietta, GA.
Favorite Restaurant in Birmingham: El Barrio
Number one thing on your bucket list: Seeing the Northern Lights in Iceland
One thing you could eat every day and never get sick of: Chips and queso
Favorite Holiday: Halloween and Thanksgiving
One thing that instantly makes your day better: A note of encouragement.
Email: howelln@vhcs.us
Phone Number: 205-402-5368
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Years in Education: 5 yearsHometown: Talladega, AL.
Favorite Restaurant in Birmingham: Gianmarcos
Number one thing on your bucket list: A trip to Bora Bora
One thing you could eat every day and never get sick of: Popcorn
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
One thing that instantly makes your day better: Hugs from my girls.
Email: nallkg@vhcs.us
Phone Number: 205-402-5371
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Justice is expertly trained by Fidos Facility Dogs to serve the students and staff of Pizitz by providing emotional and physical support, teaching responsibility through human-animal interaction, and being available as stress relief. What are the benefits of Facility Dogs?
- Fosters trust
- Eases anxiety and reduces stress
- Provides affection
- Improves socialization
- Increases communication skills
- Expands attentiveness and engagement
What services will Justice provide?
- Scheduled classroom visits: Within the classroom setting, Justice may be a calming presence or may be interacting with students
- Assist the Counseling Department: Justice will assist the School Counselors with individual and small-group student needs.
Meet our Canine Partners
We are still looking to partner with businesses in our community to help care for Justice. Vestavia Animal Clinic will be taking care of all of Justice's vet needs. We are still looking for a groomer to partner with and some sponsors for Justice's food/treats. If you or your business would like to help support, please email payneac@vhcs.us