• Position: School Counselor
     
    Years of Experience: 12 years

    Years at Highland: 6 years
     
    Degrees and Certifications:


    Bachelor of Arts in Communications with emphasis in Public Relations

    Mississippi Alternate Path to Quality Teacher Institute 
    Master of Science in Counselor Education
    Endorsements: Special Education Highly Qualified (K-12), Language Arts (7-12), Social Studies (7-12), Journalism (7-12), Professional School Counselor

    National Certified Counselor (NCC)

    National Certified School Counselor (NCSC)

    What do you consider to be your area of expertise?

    Social/Emotional Learning

    Special Education

    Public Speaking

    Individual, Small and Large Group Counseling

    Conflict Resolution

    Problem-Solving

    Event Planning

    What are your goals for the 2024-2025 school year?

    Build relationships with the parents and community of Highland Elementary and Ridgeland, MS

    Increase the emotional wellbeing and overall wellness of students at HES

    Support staff and families through community service

    Empower and connect our families with community partnerships
     
    Memberships/Affiliations:

    Mississippi Counseling Association

    CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certified

    American Counseling Association Member

    Phi Kappa Phi Mississippi State University Chapter Honor Society