Counseling Announcements

  • Generation Texas Week

    (November 17-21)

    FBISD College Career Military Readiness Information Web Page

    What is College Career and Military Readiness Video

    College Career Military Readiness

     

    Emphasizes the importance of all students from Kindergarten to 12th grade having systematic exposure to a wide variety of careers that are available and that match passions and interests.  In middle school and high school, students will narrow down their career aspirations and select a pathway or endorsement that will provide them with a sequence of courses to prepare them for their future career and college major.  To support all students in college entrance exams, we administer the PSAT to all high schools and provide other test prep opportunities.
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      • FBISD ACADEMIES

        The applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now open and will close on December 12, 2025.

        APPLY HERE

        Current 8th grade students zoned to Fort Bend ISD are invited to apply.

       

      Click here for FBISD Academies Webpage for more information.

      To be eligible to apply, students must:

      • Be currently enrolled in 8th grade, and

      • Reside within the Fort Bend ISD attendance boundaries at the time of application.

      Please note that the application window is strictly enforced. Late applications will not be accepted. Make sure to submit your application within the designated timeframe.

       
     

    Career Readiness Webinar

     
     

    • Academies Cohort Selection Timeline

      Class of 2030

      Dates

      Event

      Tuesday, October 28, 2025

      Career Readiness Roadmap – Virtual

      We are excited to invite FBISD parents and students to our Career Readiness Roadmap Webinar, a virtual session designed to showcase Fort Bend ISD’s CTE Programs of Study and Programs of Choice. This event marks the beginning of our recruitment season and will provide families with valuable information ahead of our in-person event on November 6.

      Thursday, November 6, 2025

      Career Readiness Fair – In Person

      Fort Bend ISD students and families are invited to explore our district’s diverse career readiness programs, including CTE and Programs of Choice. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with teachers, students, and program leaders to learn about our specialized programs and the application process.

      October 22 – November 14, 2025

       

       

      Programs of Choice Recruitment

      • Presentation for all 8th graders across all 15 middle school campuses.
      • Parents receive program information via email.
      • In-person information session opportunity for students and the community.
      • Information is shared through social media posts and on the FBISD website.
      • Private and charter school reach-out and presentations.

      November 17 – December 12, 2025

       

      Application Window

      This is the time for current 8th graders zoned to Fort Bend ISD to apply for the Programs of Choice, including Academies, P-TECH, and Early College programs.

      November 17 – December 17, 2025

      Validation Window

      During this period, applications will undergo a validation process*. Valid applicants will receive an email inviting them to complete a video interview and/or entrance exam, depending on the programs they applied to.

      *The validation process confirms that students are zoned to Fort Bend ISD and meet academic criteria, including proficiency in their 7th-grade grades and relevant STAAR or equivalent test scores.

      January 10, 2026

      Humanities Academies Video Interview Due

      Valid humanities academy applicants will submit their video interview.

      STEM Academy Entrance Exam

      Valid STEM applicants will take the STEM Academy Entrance Exam, which consists of 25 8th-grade level math and science questions. Students will have 1.5 hours to complete the exam, and calculators will be provided.

      February 2025

      Academy Acceptances

      Students who are accepted to the programs will receive an email offering them the opportunity to commit to one Program of Choice.

      March 2026

      Academy Cohorts Selection Complete

      Academy cohorts for the Class of 2030 are final.

      April 2026

      Commitment Ceremonies

      Academy commitment ceremonies will be held at each respective hosting campus.

       

       
     

    • Timeline 25-26

       
     

    Academies

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      Fort Bend ISD High School Academies exist to provide specialized learning communities with concentrated and robust course pathways comprised of career and academic classes.
       
      These specialized academies exist at the high school level to provide focused study and services, launching our students toward careers and college pathways in a number of highly skilled and competitive areas.  A middle school GT Academy and a GT Mentorship program are also offered for selected students.  All of these programs are offered through an application process, which includes a combination of academic performance data, test scores and interviews.  
       
      Students apply for high school academies as 8th graders.  Students must reside in the FBISD attendance zone during this application window in order to apply.  Students may not apply and will not be accepted outside of this process.  In order to properly staff our programs, create schedules, and train staff we must limit the application period for all specialized programs.  There are no exceptions to this policy. 
     

    UIL Athletic Consideration

    • Any student attending an academy outside of the attendance zone in which he/she resides, will be ineligible for varsity athletic competition in the freshman year.

      The Fort Bend Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, disability and/or age in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions. The district is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, as well as board policy not to discriminate in such a manner. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) If you suspect discrimination please contact the following: Student Affairs at (281) 327-2829-, for concerns regarding discrimination on the basis of sex: (281) 634-7232 or Human Resources Department at (281) 634-1055. Section 504 Coordinator, for concerns regarding discrimination on the basis of disability: Contact (281) 634-1143. All other concerns regarding discrimination please contact the Office of the Superintendent at (281) 634-1000. 
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  • FSMS Counseling

    Mission Statement

    Fort Settlement Middle School counselors are committed to supporting every student in order to achieve mental wellness, academic achievement, personal success, and preparation for post-secondary goals/aspirations.

     

     

     
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  • Suicide Warning Signs and Risk Factors

    The most powerful suicide prevention is being aware of the common symptoms and signs in friends, children, and loved ones and taking the necessary steps to get them the help they need. 

    Information on suicide warning signs and risk factors, along with resources available through FBISD and Mental Health America-Fort Bend County may be found at the link below.

    Suicide Warning Signs and Risk Factors

     
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Presentations

Counselors

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    Marla Angibeau                                                          Armatta                                                                                                        
    Marla Angibeau                                                         Stefanie Armatta
    Lead Counselor                                                         Counselor
    2025-26 ~ Grade 6 Counselor                                 2025-26 ~ Grade 8 Counselor
    (281) 634-6447                                                           (281) 634-6448

     

     

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    Kristin Kendrick                                                       Ipsita Bose
    Counselor                                                                 Counselor Clerk
    2025-26 ~ Grade 7                                                  ipsita.bose@fortbendisd.gov
    (281) 634-6449                                                                                                                                                         
     
      

About Counseling

  • Professional School Counselors are available at Fort Settlement Middle School to provide a Comprehensive Developmental Guidance Program and services for all students in the areas of:

    • Guidance Curriculum - In an effort to help students develop competence in essential life skills
    • Responsive Services - Provide intervention for immediate personal/social/emotional concerns
    • Individual Planning - Provide guidance to help students plan, monitor, and manage their personal, educational and career goals, and facilitate transition activities for post-secondary education and/or training
    • System Support - Support campus staff, parents, and community to promote the educational, career, personal, and social development of students, as well as the Developmental Guidance Program.

    School Counselors provide

    • Consultation services with students and parents for academic, social/emotional, and behavior concerns
    • Facilitate the identification and placement of students in most special programs
    • Provide consultation services to staff and special program committees
    • Promote career awareness and provide information and resources for post-secondary education
    • Coordinate crisis intervention for students and staff
    • Provide staff development and training for staff and parents 
    • Coordinate standardized and state assessments for students and interpret test scores

    The mission of the Counseling Division is to provide opportunities for all students to develop an understanding of themselves in relationship to their environment and assume responsibility for their own actions and choices in their educational, career, and social environments. 

    Students and their parents should contact their student's school counselor for more information about the Guidance and Counseling Program.