JCS Counseling Program
Vision Statement
Jefferson City School graduates are strategic problem solvers and lifelong learners who have obtained the academic and social-emotional skills necessary to be successful in their postsecondary pursuits.
Mission Statement
The mission of the School Counseling Program at Jefferson City Schools is to equip and empower all students to become fully functioning adults by providing a comprehensive program addressing academic, career, and social/emotional development. Curriculum and program delivery is guided by data and reflects the dynamic needs of students. School Counselors collaborate and communicate with stakeholders and are an integral support system for student's academic achievement, health and success.
JCS Counselors Believe ...
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Every student has inherent value and is treated with respect and dignity.
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All students have the ability to learn and have the right to take advantage of quality educational opportunities provided.
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Every student should graduate from high school prepared for postsecondary opportunities.
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Every student should have access to a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate school counseling program that continuously addresses academic, social/emotional and career domains.
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Effective school counseling is a collaborative process involving school counselors, students, families, teachers, administrators and education stakeholders.
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Counselors are essential stakeholders and leaders within the school and advocate for students' best interests.
System Contacts for Counseling and Social Work Services
Holly McShane
Counseling Services Coordinator
JCS
holly.mcshane@jeffcityschools.org
Maria Rainey
Social Worker
JCS
maria.rainey@jeffcityschools.org
Abbie Vipperman
Mental Health Therapist
JCS
abbie.vipperman@jeffcityschools.org
School Counselors
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Jade Spratling, Counselor
JES
jade.spratling@jeffcityschools.org
JEFFERSON ACADEMY
Alyssa Martin, Counselor
JA
alyssa.martin@jeffcityschools.org
JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
Brittany Cone, Counselor
JMS
brittany.cone@jeffcityschools.org
Anny Shields, Counselor
JMS
anny.shields@jeffcityschools.org
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL
Elise Johnson, Counselor
JHS
elise.johnson@jeffcityschools.org
Cassie Morgan, Counselor
JHS
cassie.morgan@jeffcityschools.org
Claudia Perez, Counselor
JHS
claudia.perez@jeffcityschools.org