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Our Counselor

Jeanette Arnold 
Guidance Counselor
Jeanette.Arnold@midlothianisd.org
 

Hello! My name is Mrs. Jeanette Arnold. This is my eighth year being a part of the Longbranch family, and I have spent the last twelve years in Midlothian ISD. My bachelor's and master's Degrees were obtained from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. Angelo State University is where I received my second master's degree in Mental Health & Wellness Counseling. I am certified in School Counseling, Reading, Social Studies, Gifted and Talented, and Special Education. 

Before moving to Texas, I taught Special Education in Ohio.  My husband, Andy & I have 3 children.  Emma is a PA in Arlington, and Ella and Lawrence both attend Texas A&M University.    As a family, we enjoy traveling and hiking.  My passions include my faith, family, and education.

Counseling Mission Statement 

Midlothian ISD Counselors impact the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students. School counselors are integral members of the instructional team. They directly impact student achievement by delivering comprehensive services that meet the needs of the 21st century school community. 

Counseling Vision Statement 

Our students are empowered to achieve success academically, socially, and emotionally to prepare for their future. Character development is an integral part of our day as students focus on practicing empathy, self-direction, teamwork, responsibility, respect, kindness, courage, perseverance, and integrity.

Counseling Services 

Classroom Lessons - classroom lessons address personal, social, academic, and career-related needs at the child's developmental level 

Individual Counseling - topics are based on the needs of individual students 

Group Counseling - students share similar issues or concerns 



Counseling Approaches

  • Therapeutic Experiences - exploring and role playing solutions, creative representations of life situations. 
  • Bibliotherapeutic Experiences - reading and discussing books relevant to whatever the student is experiencing 
  • Conflict Resolution Processes - working out disagreements 
  • Behavioral Coaching/Role Plays - goal setting and encouragement 
  • Therapeutic Games - card and board games focused on developing coping skills 
  • Active Listening and Academic Organizational Skill Development - study Skills 

Counseling Roles

  • Classroom counseling curriculum 
  • Individual student planning
  • Responsive services 
  • System support
  • Character development
  • Student assistance team member 
  • Gifted & Talented referral and review team member 
  • Angel tree and food drive coordinator 
  • Section 504 plan co-coordinator 
  • Backpack program