Hi! My name is Julie Stark, and I am the full-time counselor at Martinsburg South Middle School.  This is my 3rd year at South Middle and I love it here.  I look forward to another great year working with staff, students, families and the community, in whatever capacity I can be of service to you and your family.  Last year was challenging for everyone involved, but I am optimistic this year will be great.  There will undoubtedly be challenges, as there are every year, so I ask for everyone's patience and support as we jump back into this new school year! I hope everyone can try to keep a positive attitude and work towards what is best for each individual student and family, as everyone's needs/desires may be different.

I grew up in Shepherdstown, WV and went to college at Towson University and West Virginia University.  Then, I attended graduate school at Loyola University and graduated with a master's degree in clinical psychology.  I worked in Maryland at a maximum security prison for about 12 years as a psychology associate, conducting psychological testing, as well as individual and group counseling, with adolescents and adults.  In 2009, we moved to West Virginia to be closer to family, as we raised our two daughters.  My husband changed careers and entered the Berkeley County School system and I eventually went back to school to obtain my master's degree in school counseling, so I could also be in the Berkeley County School system.

Please feel free to contact me to address any questions or concerns you may have.