Our mission in the Kettle Run Counseling Department is to provide a comprehensive school counseling program that meets the needs of all students in the areas of academic, personal/social, and career preparation/college planning. We encourage students to be a part of the school community and challenge them to take rigorous classes that will assist in preparing them for life after high school. Our mission is to provide them with the skills and support necessary to become lifelong learners and productive citizens in a global society. We provide a safe environment and serve as advocates for students of all backgrounds while fostering supportive relationships with parents, faculty, and community members.
Our Vision:
Our students are a part of an ever-growing society where diversity and multiculturalism are at the forefront. We work hard to ensure that all students become culturally aware and value the society we live in. We hope to build students up by advocating for them so they will advocate for themselves in the future. Our vision is that students leave us with a strong character and a high motivation to be successful.
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Some resources:
For Emergencies:
Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services – Emergency services (24 hour crisis line): 540-347-7620
Trevor Project: Emergency services (24/7): 1-866-488-7386 or TrevorChat or TrevorText
Crisis Text Line: 741-741
Suicide Risk Reduction:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
The Jason Foundation:
Anxiety/Mental Health:
Stop, Breathe, & Think App:
Mental health America (MHA): 540-341-8731
MindShift App:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 877-726-4727 or 800-487-4889
*** Please refer to our KRHS Counseling web page or ask your counselor for additional resources. / / Kettle Run High School Counseling
All about the Cougar Counseling Crew!
Who is the School Counselor?
The high school counselor is a professional who is certified/licensed with a minimum of a master’s degree in school counseling. School counselors are qualified to address students’ academic, career and social/personal development needs. Counselors provide support through collaboration with school staff, parents, and community members.
Kettle Run School Counselors believe that:
-All students should have equal access to our comprehensive school counseling program
-All students can be successful
-All student’s ethnicity, culture, racial, and special needs are considered when planning and implementing the school counseling program
/ Meet your school counselor:
Sue Harmon, School Counselor and Director
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- Caitlin Gordon, School Counselor:
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- Kelsey Newman, School Counselor:
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- B. Lynne Walker, School Counselor:
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- Jennifer Abate, School Counselor:
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- Angelica Newham, Career Counselor
Registrar: Patty Atkins,
Office Associate: Katrianna Tapscott,
/ The Kettle Run High School Counseling Program should:
-Use various forms of assessments, measurements, and student data to drive program development and evaluation
-Support the education of the whole student body by creating and implementing educational programs that foster social, academic, and career development
-Encourage a challenging educational environment where students are encouraged to take rigorous courses appropriate for their abilities and interests
-Provide students the skills to be productive life learners and productive citizens
-Act as student advocates to support and educate our students, parents, faculty, and staff
-Collaborate with other school, parent, district, and community representatives to meet the diversified needs of all studentsAll Kettle Run School Counselors will:
-Abide by the ethical and professional standards as advocated by the American School Counselor Association
-Participate in professional development activities essential to maintain a quality school program
-Serve as leaders in the school and community