Email Mrs. Drakeford

6th Grade Counselor

Hello, my name is Patrice T. Drakeford.  I am married to my wonderful husband Charles.  We have four beautiful children.  I have been an educator for 20+ years.  I have been a school counselor for 10+ years and have enjoyed helping students and their families! I look forward to another exciting year here at SMS! 

If you need to reach me just click on the link below my photo to send me a quick email.  Please reach out to me via email at anytime.  If you are in need of a conference, my appointment hours during the school year are from 8:00am-3:00pm. 

All students:

• should have access to a school counselor to discuss personal concerns.
• should have access to information about occupational and educational planning.
• have the right to assistance in identifying their needs in the personal/social domain.
• should have the opportunity to make choices within the constraints of the educational progress with the assistance of a professional school counselor

Email Ms. Gabauer

7th Grade Counselor

Hi! My name is Lauren Gabauer (Miss G) and I am so excited to be a school counselor at Springfield Middle School!  I look forward to supporting your child as they navigate their way through middle school. 

Please feel free to reach out to me via email. My office hours are 8:10-3:10. Let's have a great year and GO MUSTANGS! 

All students:

• should have access to a school counselor to discuss personal concerns.
• should have access to information about occupational and educational planning.
• have the right to assistance in identifying their needs in the personal/social domain.
• should have the opportunity to make choices within the constraints of the educational progress with the assistance of a professional school counselor

Email Ms. Platts

8th Grade Counselor

Hello! My name is Ashton Platts, and I am very excited to be a school counselor at Springfield Middle School! I am looking forward to getting to know my students, connecting with their families, and offering support as you begin the middleschool journey. I know this will be a great school year! 

Please feel free to reach out to me via email. My office hours are 8:10-3:10.

All students:

• should have access to a school counselor to discuss personal concerns.
• should have access to information about occupational and educational planning.
• have the right to assistance in identifying their needs in the personal/social domain.
• should have the opportunity to make choices within the constraints of the educational progress with the assistance of a professional school counselor