Head Guidance Counselor: 
Betty Ferry (732 650-5290 Ext. 3220)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Ferry is the Head Guidance Counselor and Anti-Bullying Specialist at Thomas Jefferson Middle School.  She is a life-long Edison resident and a former graduate of John P Stevens High School.  Her career path has taken her in many directions, all of which provided valuable learning experiences.  After completing her teaching degree at Kean University, she taught Grades 3 - 5 before moving on to teach the Aademically Talented Program.  In order to enhance her knowledge and understanding of the students, she continued to complete her Masters Degree in Counseling/Student Personnel Services as well as obtaining a supervisory certification.  Her counseling career began at the elementary level before moving to the middle school counseling team at TJMS.  Education is a very important part of her life and guiding the personal growth and development of students is her main goal.  She enjoys spending summers at the Jersey shore with her family. 

 

 

Mrs. McCoy was born and raised in northern NJ and obtained her Masters of Arts Degree in Counseling from Montclair State University.  She has worked as a school counselor at the elementary level and middle school level.  She enjoys helping students with their transitions to middle school, navigating the many challenges of adolescence and creating plans for their futures.  She is available to assist students with academic, behavioral, social, and personal concerns in order to facilitate their success.  Mrs. McCoy is the Homeless Shelter Liason for TJMS.  She is always working hard to help each child achieve excellence at our school.