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Lura Wilkes

129 Diane Dr. Griffin

Summary

Has a strong background in counseling and deep commitment to enhancing students' social, emotional, academic, & career development. Demonstrates effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to support student well-being. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on helping students and their families.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Cowan Road Middle School
07.2023 - Current

School Counselor

McIntosh High School
07.2015 - 06.2023

School Counselor

Cowan Road Middle School
11.2006 - 06.2015

Counselor to women & children regarding domestic violence

YWCA
08.2002 - 05.2003
  • Company Overview: Young Women's Christian Association
  • Young Women's Christian Association

Rehabilitation Counselor

Val Verde Mental Health Center
09.2000 - 06.2001

School Counselor

Valdosta High School
07.1997 - 06.2000

School Counselor

R.B. Wright Elementary School & Funston Elementary School
07.1995 - 06.1997

Education

Master of Education - Counseling & Guidance

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, Georgia
08-1994

Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology

University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia
03-1993

Gordon College
Barnesville, Georgia
05-1991

Skills

  • Infinite Campus - Academic Planner
  • Naviance Proficiency - College & Career Planning
  • Signs of Suicide Lessons
  • YouScience - Career Aptitude
  • Crisis Counseling
  • Lead parent informational sessions
  • Organize honors events
  • Coordinate career fairs

Leadership Experience

  • GSCS Counseling Leadership Team
  • Cowan Middle Leadership Team
  • PBIS Team
  • Student Council Sponsor
  • Student Government Co-sponsor
  • Ambassadors Club Sponsor
  • Group Counseling Leader
  • National Merit Coordinator
  • Boys and Girls State Coordinator
  • Georgia Credit Recovery Coordinator
  • STAR Student Coordinator
  • Scholarship Coordinator
  • Graduation Team

Timeline

School Counselor

Cowan Road Middle School
07.2023 - Current

School Counselor

McIntosh High School
07.2015 - 06.2023

School Counselor

Cowan Road Middle School
11.2006 - 06.2015

Counselor to women & children regarding domestic violence

YWCA
08.2002 - 05.2003

Rehabilitation Counselor

Val Verde Mental Health Center
09.2000 - 06.2001

School Counselor

Valdosta High School
07.1997 - 06.2000

School Counselor

R.B. Wright Elementary School & Funston Elementary School
07.1995 - 06.1997

Master of Education - Counseling & Guidance

Valdosta State University

Bachelor of Science - Educational Psychology

University of Georgia

Gordon College
Lura Wilkes