Counselor Connections

10200 Dixie Drive

Louisville, Kentucky 40272

Phone 502-485-8747 Fax 502-485-6073

Jefferson County Public Schools Counselors, in partnership with students, families, staff, community, and businesses, will prepare students to be successful lifelong learners. The K-12 comprehensive guidance program will provide teaching and modeling strategies that create and nurture a safe and positive teaching environment.

Our Comprehensive Developmental Guidance Program K-12 provides the skills necessary for academic success, career planning, and personal and social growth.

College/Career/Military Fair

Meet Valley Traditional High School Counselors:

Name
E-Mail Address
Who they serve
Number of students
Kevin Fowler
Freshmen & Sophomores
300
Amanda Averette-Bush
Seniors & Sophomores
300
Michelle Leslie
Juniors & Sophomores
300

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Can you provide contact information for Louisville Community resources so I can access services for my child? Click here.

Can you provide contact information for JCPS resources so I can access services for my child? Click here.

What support services are available at Valley Traditional High School

Support Services
  • FRYSCYSC
  • Extended School Services (ESS)
  • Clothes Closet
  • ECE Services
  • Staff Support Team
  • Teacher Assistance Teams
  • Home-School Coordinator
  • E-School/Correspondence/Summer School
  • Tutoring
  • STP Math
  • Freshman Academy
  • Industrial Chemical
  • Reading Recovery
  • Ramp-Up Reading
  • Seven Counties-School Based
  • ESL Services
  • After School Tutoring
  • Foundations/Champs
  • Advisor/Advisee
  • Book Club
  • Career Planner
  • Guest Speakers
  • Advanced Placement Courses
  • Technology Support Program

What specific services are available through my child's counselor?

Counselors Services
  • Peer Mediation
  • Classroom Guidance
  • Test Result Interpretation
  • Transition Services
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Referrals to Outside Agencies
  • College Field Trips
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Drug Prevention Program
  • Financial Aid Workshop
  • Parent/Student/Teacher Liaison
  • Scholarship Assistance
  • Testing Information
  • ACT/SAT Prep
  • Parent Night
  • Counselor Newsletter
  • Course Planning & Scheduling
  • Anger Management Counseling
  • Gender Specific Counseling
  • Academic Counseling
  • IGP
  • Test Result Interpretation
  • Character Education
  • College Career Room
  • College Career Counseling
  • Freshmen Orientation
  • College Application Assistance
  • Anger Management Counseling
  • Guest Speakers

What is the best way to talk with my child’s counselor?


A parent should set up an appointment to see their child’s counselor by phone, e-mail, fax, or letter.

What is the best way for my child to talk with his/her counselor?
The best way is for students to make an appointment with clerical staff and the counselor through the Counseling Office. If it is an emergency, they should contact a teacher or general office staff member immediately and let them know of their need to see their counselor.

What else can I learn about the services and programs offered by JCPS?
This link accesses the
JCPS home page, which has information on a variety of JCPS programs and departments.

Is there a general K-12 website for me to access counselor related information?
This link is to the JCPS
counselor web pages. This link will allow you to access information regarding curriculum, enrollment, health/immunization, testing, grading procedures, special programs, college/career information, and community resources.