Amanda Gambill
8th Grade Counselor for Last Names A-L
Important Info and Resources
About Mrs. Gambill
Education
In 2006, I graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. In 2008, I graduated again from the University of Memphis with a Master of Science degree with a counseling concentration.
Experience
I have been a school counselor at DeSoto Central Middle School since 2008. I became a National Board Certified Counselor in 2008 and a National Board Certified School Counselor in 2012. In 2017, I became an ASCA School Counseling Legal and Ethical Specialist and an ASCA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist in 2021.
I live in Nesbit with my husband, Martin, and our son, Lucas. We love to travel and are always planning our next trip. I enjoy gardening, camping, baking, and listening to ALL kinds of music. Also, I love coffee, smoothies, and dachshunds!
Additional Resources
- Who are School Counselors.pdf
- Teens and Depression
- Teens and Anxiety
- Teens and Grief
- Bullying Prevention for Parents and Guardians
- Monitoring Teens' Social Media and Texts
- Teaching Your Child to be Assertive
- Helping Your Child Transition to a New School
- Teaching Your Teen Essential Life Skills
- Ultimate Study Skills Guide
- Test Taking Strategies