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Megan Knoster, MSW, LICSW, RYT

WMS School Adjustment Counselor

Welcome to my webpage!! This is my third year as Winthrop Middle School's Adjustment Counselor, however I have worked in the Winthrop community for the past 8 years as a mental health therapist, group work facilitator, youth mentor, program director and consultant. I graduated from Boston University School of Social work with my Masters in Social Work, hold my independent social work license (LICSW), and also have my school adjustment counseling license.  Additionally, I am a certified yoga instructor for children and adolescents. In my free time you can find me running, rock climbing, practicing yoga, or hanging by some sort of body of water! 


It's been an exciting few years for WMS- we continue to strive towards promoting social, emotional and academic health through unique and exciting ways: from our annual wellness fair, to beautifying our school with kindness rocks, to providing enriching clubs, curricula and activities such as Yoga and Mindfulness, Allies Club and Girls on the Run, our school places a strong emphasis on holistic student health and wellness.


On this website you will find Middle School Adjustment Counseling updates and announcements, as well as resources and helpful information - scroll away!

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What's Happening In the Counseling Department??

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In the midst of chaos, it can be hard to remember to slow down, take a breath, and think of simple solutions.  

We are all feeling it right now - and we need to remember that taking care of ourselves and each other is vital.  Here you will find resources during the COVID-19 epidemic, as well as strategies and tips for supporting your mental health (and your family’s)


En Espanol: Cuando las cosas  estan dificiles, debemos recordar reducir la velocidad, respirar y pensar en soluciones simples.  Cuidarnos a nosotros mismos y a los demás es esencial.  Aquí hay recursos para usted y su familia

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MassSTART would like to announce that they have recently been awarded a 5-year grant which has allowed them the opportunity to re-brand under the new name of MINDeaze! MIND stands for “Moving in a New Direction” which represents the mission of the program, which aims to prevent substance use, community violence, and delinquent behavior.


On the outside, MINDeaze will look nearly identical to MassSTART but there are some programmatic-level changes which won’t affect the work that they do in achieving their overall goal of promoting student’s overall positive development and academic achievement.  Check out our new brochure and website!

Website: www.MINDeaze.org  

Contact Information:

Katie Miller

MINDeaze Program Coordinator

North Suffolk Mental Health Association

Direct: 857-294-8096

klanducci@northsuffolk.org

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No matter what you are going through, you are not alone! Sometimes the most difficult step is figuring out where to start. This list in the link above may be able to help ease that first step to getting the support that you are looking for. 

Here are some additional resources in the below links!:

Grief Resources

Winthrop Public Health Community Resource Guide

Community Law Enforcement Assisted Treatment (CLEAR)

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Check out this list of cool smartphone apps that you and your student can download to promote your student's social emotional wellbeing!

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Suicide has become one of the major leading causes of death in school-aged youth. However, suicide is preventable.  There are resources, support and research available so that we can all be prepared and empowered to take the correct actions and help youth before they engage in behavior with irreversible consequences.

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Here is some helpful information to empower caregivers to supporting their students that struggle with anxiety.

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The Allies Club offers students the opportunity to gather to discuss social issues and plan activities related to diversity and being a supportive friend. Click the link to find out more information!!

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It's never too early to start thinking about your student's out of school time.  If you're looking for a place to start, check out this link with information about summer camps, day programs and after school opportunities!

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Climbing and Adaptive Climbing Experiences for Students

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Looking for something to do? Try this list of activities.  Before you know it, the whole "I'm bored" catchphrase will be a thing of the past!

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