Woodstock MS Counselor Rod Metcalf is described by his principal as the heart and soul of WMS. Mr. Metcalf has supported and guided students since the school opened its doors in 1996. His dedication to nurturing and motivating of thousands of students over 22 years led him to be selected as the Cherokee County School Districts Counselor of the Year for 2018.

Mr. Metcalf was surprised with a plaque presented by Dr. Brian V. Hightower, Superintendent of Schools during a recent faculty meeting. He received a standing ovation from his fellow faculty members, and he was also presented with other gifts.

Throughout the day, there is a constant stream of students to see him, whether the reason being that they need reassurance for that test they are about to take or that they need help with overcoming the obstacles in their way, Principal David Childress wrote in his nomination letter.  Mr. Metcalf always provides a safe place for our students to get assistance and help that they need.

This couldnt go to a better person hes been here 22 years, which means he opened the school, said Dr. Hightower in making the presentation.  He doesnt approach it as a point of entitlement. Its what can I do to make the school better each and every day.

Im just one of many counselors in the county working hard to support the students of Cherokee County. This is not a me thing, its an us thing, he told his peers upon accepting the award. If we are all working together, our kids can make greater gains.