Student Services


Joe Hall Elementary Department of Student Services is available to assist you and your child with any academic or behavioral issues. The education of students goes beyond the teachers and classrooms. Therefore, our school works with a highly qualified support professionals to make sure our students have the best educational experience possible.

School Counselor: Ms. Alexis Chin
Ph: 305-223-9823 ext. 121	Email:

School Psychologist: Mrs. Maylin Balsa
Ph: 305-223-9823 ext. 134	Email:

Reading Coach: Mrs. Belkis Puns
Ph: 305-223-9823 ext. 146	Email:

District Website: Miami-Dade County Student Services

Who is the School Counselor?

Our school's counselor is Ms. Chin. Ms. Chin is a professional who provides guidance services for all students. These services help children develop academically, personally, and socially. Your Elementary School Counselor... Assists parents and teachers in helping children Conducts classroom guidance activities Provides individual and small group counseling Coordinates school-wide guidance activities Consults with outside agencies A child may see the counselor for… Study skills Friend problems New situations Difficult decisions School problems Success & accomplishments Family concerns Happy occasions Death or serious illness Any other are of concern How does the child see the counselor? Teacher referral Administrative referral Parental referral Self-referral School Support Team/Staffing referral The Guidance Counselor is NOT… A disciplinarian An administrator A social worker A psychologist Your support and cooperation can help make your child’s school year a rewarding experience!

Who is our School Psychologist?

Our School Psychologists is Mrs. Maylin Balsa. Mrs. Balsa collaborates with teachers, parents, and administrators to find effective solutions to learning and behavior problems. She evaluate student eligibility for special services and assess academic skills and aptitude for learning.

What is the Social Workers Role?

A School's Social Worker is employed by the school district to enhance student learning by providing services which strengthen home-school-community partnerships. They use their training and professional knowledge to address barriers within the child, home, school, and community that may be interfering with student achievement. School Social Workers are able to assist students and their families through early identification, prevention, intervention, counseling, support, and advocacy.