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Counseling Department

Mission & Vision Statements

Mission Statement: 

The mission of the school counseling department at Elberta High School is to promote equity in achievement and provide high-quality, comprehensive school counseling services to all students.  These services and programs are accessible to all students and are focused on empowering students to reach their fullest potential through academic, career, and social/emotional development in preparation for success in college and career readiness. By collaborating with counselors, students, educators, parents, and community members, school counselors will have the resources to advocate for all students as they work to empower them to be successful members of society.

Vision Statement:

The vision of the school counseling program at Elberta High School is for all students to maximize their full potential for success as life-long learners and make a positive difference in our school and community. Our students are respectful, and responsible, and give their best effort regardless of their environment. Our students graduate college and career-ready and are equipped to meet the challenges of a global workforce with resilience, empathy, compassion, and open-mindedness.

Philosophy Statement:

  • All children are unique and should be treated with respect and dignity.
  • Every student can succeed.
  • Learning is a lifelong process.
  • Fostering a positive self-image is the collaborative effort of the school, home, and community which leads to responsible and productive citizenship.
  • The diverse needs of all students must be addressed through the school counseling program.
  • Every student needs appropriate personal and social skills to achieve optimum benefits from the educational program.

Mary Rosene, 9th & 10th grade Counselor

Hi! My name is Mary Rosene and I am so blessed to be at EHS! Elberta is my hometown! I attended the University of Mobile and graduated with my Bachelor's in Psychology. I then moved to Auburn where I received my Master's of Education in School Counseling. In 2019, I graduated from Valdosta State University with my Specialist degree in School Counseling. My husband and I moved to North Georgia where I worked as a middle school counselor for 6 years. We moved back home 2 years ago to raise our 2 young kids and to be closer to our families. I am so excited to be working in a town and with a community of people that I love.
 
I am the 9th and 10th grade counselor at EHS. I am here to support students and families however I can. I enjoy working with students to set goals for their future and work alongside of them as they strive to reach their dreams. I can help with academic concerns, college and career preparation, and personal/social issues. Please feel free to reach out if I can assist you or your family.
 
Email: mrosene@bcbe.org     
 

Mrs. Laura Alms, 11th & 12th grade Counselor

Hi, my name is Laura Alms.  I am a school counselor at Elberta Middle School. Before moving into the school counseling position, I was a 4th grade teacher at EMS for 13 years.  I graduated from Foley High School, then attended the University of South Alabama. In 2008, I earned the National Board Certification for upper elementary teachers.  Then, I pursued a masters degree and educational specialist degree at the University of West Alabama. 
   
I am blessed to have a wonderful husband, two daughters, and four grandchildren who are totally awesome! My favorite past time is going to the beach, camping, and just being outside.  I love exercising and practicing yoga. 
 
Email: lalms@bcbe.org

Mrs. Alexandra Lee, LICSW

Hey Warriors! 

I am Alexandra Lee better known as Alex to pretty much everyone. I am the school social worker at Elberta High School, and I love my role as a social worker.

I am a graduate of Andalusia High School and received my Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Alabama. I also have an AA degree from LBWCC where I attended college before transferring to the University of Alabama.  I was previously employed in an outpatient counseling setting working in a private counseling agency in Andalusia, AL. Our agency contracted with local school systems where I was able to provide counseling session to children and adolescents at school while also providing counseling during afterschool hours in our office to children, adolescents, and adults. I was a supervisor over a program where we provided basic living skills services to families as a resource when identified by community resources.

My role as the social worker at Elberta High School is to be a source of support to the students and their families here at Elberta. My job is to help each student be the most successful versions of themselves by providing social, emotional, physical, and academic support as needed during there time as a Warrior. I can help when there are issues related to peers, academic troubles, financial worries, mental health concerns, and more! I am here to be an advocate and a resource to make sure each student has all of their needs met.

My husband and I recently moved to Daphne, AL after visiting the area a couple of times and just feeling drawn to the Baldwin County area. We moved quickly and without much of a plan, and we both agree it has been the best decision we could have made. We love to travel and explore new places together. We treasure experiences over things and will never turn down an opportunity to sing our hearts out at a country music concert. I am so grateful to be an Elberta Warrior!! 

Please contact me with any needs or concerns. It is my job to be YOUR resource!!! 

Email: ahlee@bcbe.org