School Counseling
Your SOHS Dragons School Counselors love meeting with you when you need us. Complete the online form at bit.ly/sohscounseling (or click HERE) to request a meeting with us. Note, this is for non-emergencies only.
Our Purpose: The purpose of the SOHS School Counseling office is to help our students, parents, and families navigate through the exciting high school years.
Our Why: To help our students to find their voice and develop the skills to be successful
Our How: We offer a variety of supports and opportunities to build the capacity of our students including but not limited to:
Academic
- Scheduling
- Navigating dual credit, Early College, CTE, and AP courses
- Test result interpretation
- College planning
- Scholarship search help
- Program application and interview support
- Lunch and Learn
- Partnerships with UofL, Morehead, and JCTC
Career
- Navigating Arvin, CAPAA, and SOHS pathway options
- Goal setting
- Post-secondary options
- Internship and job search help
- Career planning
- Professional writing and interviewing skills
- Partnerships with UPS, Rotary Club, and other Community Members
Social/Emotional
- Self-advocacy and awareness
- Navigating interests and finding your “fit”
- Conflict resolution
- Check In Check Out
- Executive functioning skills
- Small Groups
- Consultations
- Partnerships with Hope Collaborative, Licensed Therapy Dogs, and Mental Health Agencies
Students A-G: Alex Engle Alexandria.Engle@oldham.kyschools.us x 408
Students H-N: Olivia Goetz Olivia.Goetz@oldham.kyschools.us x 402
Students O-Z: Kelly Miller Kelly.Miller@oldham.kyschools.us x 406
Testing Coordinator: Courtney Swain Courtney.Swain@oldham.kyschools.us
Mental Health Consultant: Erin.Lowe@oldham.kyschools.us
Registrar: Heather Watkins Heather.Watkins@oldham.kyschools.us x 200
OCS School Counselor Mission
The mission of Oldham County School Counselors is to cultivate a safe and inclusive environment where all students achieve success. We are committed to providing a comprehensive school counseling program using evidence-based practices to foster the growth of academic, career, and social/emotional skills. Through collaboration with educators, families, and our community, we engage in data-driven decision-making to support all students in an ever-changing world.
OCS School Counselor Vision
Driven by our mission, OCS Counselors are committed to cultivating a vibrant, inclusive, school community where every student is celebrated, reposted, and empowered to succeed. We envision a future where each student masters the skills to face life’s challenges with confidence, builds a foundation for lifelong learning, and discovers a strong sense of purpose. Together, we are shaping a world where every student thrives and embraces their limitless potential.