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Supporting Student Wellness with Derrick Westry: Counseling in a Virtual High School

Supporting student wellness is essential to learning, especially during the high school years when students are navigating academic expectations, relationships, and future decisions. In a virtual environment, counseling must be intentional, accessible, and grounded in strong relationships.

In this episode of GCA Unmuted: Voices of Virtual Education, we’re joined by Derrick Westry, a high school counselor at Georgia Cyber Academy. Derrick shares what counseling looks like in a virtual setting and how he supports students’ academic planning, mental health, and overall well-being.

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