Arndt Middle School

About Ms. Lusk:

B.A. in Psychology from Lenoir Rhyne University

M.A. Specialist in School Counseling from Appalachian State University

pa_lusk@catawbaschools.net

About Mr. Gentry:

B.A. and M.A. in History from NC State University

M.Ed. in School Counseling from NC State University

russell_gentry@catawbaschools.net

Our Message to Students:

You can talk to us about anything! Everything you say to us is confidential. The only time we have to say something is when your safety or another person’s safety is at risk.

Click here to set up a meeting with one of the counselors. 

Message to parents:

Your child’s well being (physical and mental) is the most important thing to us. If we can help your child and your family in any way, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone at the school, through ParentSquare, via e-mail, or even carrier pigeon if that works best.

Individual Counseling

Group Counseling

Peer Mediation

Classroom Guidance

Academic Planning

Referral to an Outside Agency

Grief/loss

Issues of substance use

Habits and goals

Communication with peers and adults

Bullying

Conflicts with others

Stress

Anxiety

Motivation

Attendance

Grades

Basic needs

Celebration

Concerns about safety