Counselor Connections
Wilder Elementary
1913 Herr Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40222
Phone (502) 485-8350, Fax (502) 485-8591

Jefferson County Public Schools Counselors, in partnership with students, families, staff, community, and business, 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.

Meet Your School Counselor:

Name E-mail Address Who they serve Number of students
William "Bill" Finnegan bfinneg1@jefferson.k12.ky.us K-5 520

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

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

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

  3. What support services are available at Wilder Elementary School

    Support Services
    • FRYSC
    • Extended School Services (ESS)
    • Mentoring
    • Clothes Closet
    • ECE Services
    • Staff Support Team (SST)
    • Reading Recovery
    • Tutoring
    • Counseling Provided by Community Organization
    • Child Enrichment Program (CEP)
    • Home School Coordinator
    • Guest Speakers
    • Spanish Classes
    • After School Enrichment Classes

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

    Counselors Services
    • Classroom Guidance
    • Individual Counseling
    • Group Counseling
    • Test Result Interpretation
    • Character Education
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Academic Counseling
    • Testing Information
    • Referrals to Outside Agencies
    • Drug Prevention Program
    • Advance Program Testing
    • Family Night

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.