Counseling

Hello Wrangler Family!

This year starts my 15th year in education and my 3^rd year as a School Counselor. I started my journey as an educator in Wylie at Watkins Elementary teaching third grade and kindergarten, then spent six years at Whitt Elementary as a kindergarten and second grade teacher. I am so happy to be back at Watkins as a School Counselor! #Onceawrangleralwaysawranger

I grew up in Wylie, and currently live here with my dog Rooster. I enjoy reading, running and spending time with friends and family.

I am passionate about helping children grow socially and emotionally. I want all children to have the tools to succeed both in and out of the classroom.  I believe the job of a counselor is as a partner with parents and teachers to meet the needs of all students . This may look like small groups with students, meeting with students individually, or classroom lessons.  I will visit classrooms throughout the school year to teach lessons that focus on mindfulness (breathing techniques), empathy, kindness, respect, grit, and friendship skills. The Kids Count Players Program, through the Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County is a resource we utilize for K-2 students to bring awareness to personal boundaries and to educate our students about child abuse prevention.  

I am also the 504 coordinator (K-2)  and MENTOR program liaison for our campus.  I am here to answer questions or discuss your concerns regarding your child’s development or well-being at school, so please contact me anytime should the need arise. 

I look forward to partnering with you this year!

Hi Wrangler Family!

This year starts my 21st year in education and my 4th year as a School Counselor. I started my journey as an educator in Royse City ISD as an elementary teacher, moved to Garland ISD to teach science and then to Wylie ISD to teach STEM.  The last 3 years I have been in Community ISD as a counselor.  I am SO excited to be a Watkins Wrangler this year!

My husband and I live in Wylie with our children Emma and Cooper.  They both attended Watkins, so it is so exciting to be at a place that helped give my children a wonderful education.  Our family loves OU football, we like to spend time outdoors and hang out with our dogs Charlee and Charlotte.

I am here to help children grow socially and emotionally. I want all children to have the tools to promote self growth both in and out of the classroom.  I believe the job of a counselor is to be a partner with parents and teachers to meet the needs of our students.  I am here to listen and support our students and be an advocate for student needs.

Part of my role is to deliver classroom lessons, meet with students individually and work with small groups.  Throughout the year I will visit classrooms  to teach lessons that focus on mindfulness (breathing techniques), empathy, kindness, respect, grit, and friendship skills.  The Kids Count Players Program, through the Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County is a resource we utilize for K-2 students to bring awareness to personal boundaries and to educate our students about child abuse prevention. 

How does a student see a school counselor?

●       Self-referral

●       Parent referral

●       Administrative, teacher, or other staff referral

I am also the 504 coordinator (3-4).  I am here to answer questions or discuss your concerns regarding your child’s development or well-being at school, so please contact me anytime should the need arise.

I look forward to an amazing school year with our Watkins Wranglers!

Degrees

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

-Bachelors in Elementary Education

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

-Masters in School Counseling